Salary
Up to £48400 per annum + 15% bonus, 5% pension
Location
Cardiff
Job Reference
BBBH4567B
Job Type
Permanent
Posted Date
21/05/2025
Job Details
Shift Manager - Advance Your Career with a Leading South Wales Manufacturer
Why Apply?
Step Up Your Career
Join a major South Wales brand, where you'll test your leadership skills in a fast-paced, high-performance manufacturing environment.
Grow & Progress
Access a dedicated in-house learning and development team focused on supporting your professional growth.
Own Your Shift
Take full operational responsibility with real influence over production, people, and performance.
Drive Improvement
Lead continuous improvement initiatives that shape the future of the site and business.
What You'll Be Doing
As Shift Manager, you'll lead a team of production operatives, ensuring smooth and efficient shift operations. You'll coordinate safety, quality, and output - while keeping costs and waste to a minimum.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead shift operations across production, engineering, and quality
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Manage workflow, resources, and equipment to hit output and quality targets
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Communicate clearly with other Shift Managers to ensure seamless handovers
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Prepare and present detailed shift reports for senior management
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Champion a proactive health, safety, and environmental culture
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Drive CI projects and promote a high-performance mindset across the team
What You'll Need
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Proven experience in shift or production management within manufacturing
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Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements
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Demonstrable experience with lean or continuous improvement practices
What You'll Get
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Salary: £46,100 + £2,300 shift allowance
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Bonus: Up to 15%
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Benefits: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, 5% pension, and cash healthcare plan
About the Employer
A recognised brand across South Wales, the UK, and Europe. The business is known for its stability, long-term investment in the region, and career development opportunities.
How to Apply
Click apply or contact our office, quoting ref 4567, Shift Manager.
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Job Skills: shift manager, production manager, production supervisor, manufacturing shift manager
