Site Shift Supervisor

Pickles Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced Site Shift Supervisor to join a well-established manufacturing business in Manchester.
This is a hands-on operational role, leading a small shift team and taking responsibility for the safe and efficient running of the site during your shift.
We're looking for somebody who enjoys being out on the shop floor, leading from the front, solving problems and keeping production moving.
What you'll be doing
Leading and supporting a team of up to 7 people
Overseeing day-to-day manufacturing operations
Ensuring production runs safely and efficiently
Managing shift handovers and operational communication
Responding to breakdowns and prioritising Engineering support
Managing staffing levels and arranging shift cover
Monitoring quality and dealing with issues as they arise
Driving improvements in safety, productivity, waste and efficiency
Managing high-risk work permits and clearances
Taking responsibility for the site during out-of-hours operations
Maintaining accurate production/SAP information
Taking a hands-on approach and getting involved when required
What we're looking for
You'll ideally have previous experience within manufacturing, chemical, process or another regulated production environment, with experience supervising or leading an operational team.
You'll need:
Strong leadership and people-management skills
Good manufacturing/production knowledge
A strong approach to Health & Safety
Confidence making operational decisions
Good IT skills
Experience with SAP/MRP or similar manufacturing systems
The ability to work shifts, including nights and weekends
Previous experience within a COMAH environment would be advantageous
This isn't a desk-based management position.
We're looking for someone who can lead from the front, support their team and take ownership of the operation during their shift.
If you're an experienced Shift Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Shift Manager or Process Supervisor, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Pickles Recruitment for more information

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