Operations Team Manager

We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Shift Manager with expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement to oversee our food production team. You will lead, optimise, and enhance operations, ensuring top-quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership: Inspire and coach your team to uphold high standards in food production. Provide regular feedback and development opportunities.
• Lean Manufacturing: Apply Lean principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency. Drive initiatives that enhance overall production performance.
• Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of Continuous Improvement. Identify and implement enhancements to boost quality, reduce costs, and optimize workflows.
• Production Management: Meet production targets focusing on Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), accuracy, waste control, and labor efficiency.
• System Utilization: Use systems like Autostore, Workday, SAP, and Absence Manager to produce and analyze data for better decision-making.
• Communication: Ensure clear communication between shifts and departments to address and resolve operational issues swiftly.
• Quality and Compliance: Adhere to Quality Management Systems and food safety standards, maintaining high hygiene audit scores.

Essential Qualifications:
 

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate a food production team with integrity and high performance standards.
• Lean Manufacturing: Experience in applying Lean principles to enhance production processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Track record of successful Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Experience: Relevant management experience in food production, with strong communication skills.

Desirable Attributes:

• Development Focus: Commitment to self-improvement and acquiring relevant skills.
• Adaptability: Ability to manage change effectively and support team transitions.
• Accountability: Strong sense of responsibility for achieving excellence.

If you have a passion for Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement in food production, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and achievements.