Production Shift Manager in Headcorn, Kent
Posted by Mason James Appointments (UK) Ltd
£45,000 a year
Headcorn · Permanent
Production Shift Manager – Food/Drink Manufacturing
Shifts: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, weekly rotating patterns of 6:30am to 3pm and 2:30pm to 11pm. (early and Afternoon shift)
Salary: £45,000, rising after 6-month probation.
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
A great opportunity for an experienced Production Supervisor / Shift Manager to join a fast-paced food & beverage manufacturing environment. You’ll lead your shift, drive performance, and ensure production targets are met safely and efficiently.
The Role
Reporting to the Production Manager, you’ll oversee all activity on shift — managing people, performance, and compliance. It’s a hands-on leadership role where you’ll be visible on the shop floor, supporting your team and keeping production running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead your shift to meet daily safety, quality, and production targets.
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Deliver clear, structured handovers between shifts.
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Plan staffing levels and manage attendance/agency labour.
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Coach, support and develop your team to achieve consistent performance.
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Hold daily briefings to communicate priorities and targets.
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Complete end-of-shift reports, checks, and essential documentation.
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Work with Engineering to report issues and minimise downtime.
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Drive continuous improvement using lean tools and problem-solving.
About You
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Experience as a Production Shift Manager, Supervisor or Team Leader in food, drink, FMCG or similar manufacturing.
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Strong understanding of GMP, HACCP and food safety standards.
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Confident leading teams in a fast-moving production environment.
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Good communication, planning, and people-management skills.
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Comfortable using systems such as SAGE/ERP and MS Office.
Why Apply?
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Monday–Friday rotating shifts – no weekends.
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Hands-on leadership role with real influence.
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Strong, stable manufacturer with ongoing investment and development opportunities.
If you’re looking for a shift leadership role where you can genuinely make an impact, apply today to find out more.
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