Night shift Manager

Job Title: Night Shift Manager
Location: Renfrewshire
Salary: Competitive

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and driven Night Shift Manager to oversee the efficient running of manufacturing operations during night shifts. This role is critical to ensuring production targets are met safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You will lead and support your team while driving continuous improvement across health & safety, quality, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong health & safety culture, ensuring compliance with all safety procedures and completion of pre-shift checks
• Drive production performance by delivering against plans, monitoring KPIs, and addressing risks to output
• Ensure consistent product quality through effective checks and prompt resolution of defects
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime
• Maintain a clean, organised, and audit-ready working environment
• Oversee stock control, inventory checks, and accurate documentation
• Manage team performance including attendance, holidays, return-to-work processes, and payroll-related administration
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development of team members
• Provide coaching, training, and competency assessments to build team capability
• Encourage continuous improvement by identifying issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to ensure smooth operational flow

What We’re Looking For

• Experience leading teams within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong understanding of KPIs and operational performance metrics
• Commitment to health & safety and maintaining high-quality standards
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Calm and effective under pressure with strong problem-solving ability
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good IT skills
• A continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach
• A leadership style that motivates, develops, and engages team members

If you would like to be considered for the role, please contact Diane Smedley-Nisbet at (url removed)