Shift Production Manager

Job Title – Shift Production Manager
Location – Blackpool, Lancashire (FY3 area)
Salary – £45,000
Shift – Rotating Shifts (06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for two experienced Shift Production Managers to join a high-volume, fast-paced FMCG manufacturing site within the Blackpool area. This is a critical leadership role within a 24/7 production environment where you will be responsible for delivering the production plan while ensuring safety, performance, and quality standards are consistently achieved.

You will be managing between 30–100 employees across two production lines, taking full ownership of shift performance, people management, and operational output. This role is ideal for a strong leader who thrives in a fast-moving manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving continuous improvement and developing high-performing teams.

This is a key position within a well-established UK manufacturing business producing iconic consumer products supplied to major retailers and export markets.

• Food Manufacturing Background
• Previous experience in a production management role 

• Experience in performance management and team development
• Ability to manage production targets including efficiency, waste, and output
• Strong understanding of production planning and operational execution
• Experience working in a structured, fast-paced FMCG or manufacturing environment
• Ability to drive accountability and operational discipline

• Experience within branded or food manufacturing environments
• Background working in a unionised environment
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills
• Experience improving line capability and operational performance

• Delivering the daily production plan across multiple lines
• Managing shift labour, overtime, and workforce planning within budget
• Ensuring all safety standards, audits, and risk assessments are completed
• Monitoring performance metrics including efficiency, waste, and throughput
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across production lines
• Ensuring quality documentation and compliance records are accurate
• Leading shift handovers and operational briefings
• Developing and coaching team members to improve performance
• Maintaining plant readiness for audits and inspections
• Ensuring hygiene, safety, and operational standards are consistently met

• Competitive salary of £45,000
• Annual pay reviews and progression opportunities
• Stable long-term employment within a major manufacturing business
• Free onsite parking and staff canteen
• Company pension scheme (after qualifying period)
• Opportunity to lead large teams and make a real operational impact
• Strong culture of continuous improvement and leadership development
• Long-term career progression within a well-established organisation

This is a leading FMCG manufacturing site with a strong heritage and portfolio of well-known consumer brands. The business operates at high volume in a 24/7 environment and places a strong emphasis on leadership, accountability, and continuous improvement. The culture is team-focused, values-driven, and supports long-term employee development.