Full job descriptionShift Leader
Location: Coulman Road, Thorne, Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Salary: Up to £50K dependent on experience
Vacancy Type: Permanent
A Shift Manager in food manufacturing supports the Production Manager in overseeing daily manufacturing operations to ensure products are made safely, efficiently, on time, and within quality standards.
Production Operations
*Supervise daily production activities on the floor.
*Ensure production targets (volume, OEE, yield, efficiency) are met.
*Monitor workflow and adjust schedules as needed.
*Reduce downtime and improve productivity.
Food Safety & Quality Compliance
*Ensure compliance with:
*HACCP
*GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
*FDA / local food regulations
*ISO / FSSC standards (if applicable)
*Monitor hygiene, sanitation, and CCPs (Critical Control Points)
*Coordinate with Quality Assurance teams

Team Management
*Supervise line leaders and production staff and Dispatch Operations.
*Conduct shift briefings.
*Train employees on SOPs and safety procedures.
*Handle attendance, discipline, and performance issues.
Inventory & Materials Control
*Coordinate raw material availability.
*Minimise waste and product loss.
*Monitor packaging material usage.
*Ensure outload of materials are conducted in a timely manner to achieve on time in full KPIs.
Equipment & Maintenance
*Ensure machinery is operating properly.
*Coordinate preventive maintenance.
*Report breakdowns and reduce production delays.
*Report shortages predicted to enable this to be managed with customers.
Reporting & Documentation
*Maintain production reports.
*Track KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime, OTIS, waste).
*Prepare daily/weekly performance summaries.
*Manage 121s for direct line reports.
Required Skills
*Knowledge of food safety regulations.
*Leadership & people management.
*Problem-solving under pressure.
*Understanding of production & dispatch planning.
*Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
*Good communication skills.
Educational Background
*Bachelor’s degree in Food Science
*Food Technology
*Industrial Engineering
*Manufacturing/Production Engineering
*3–5 years experience in food manufacturing and Dispatch Operations.
Shifts are the following:
Monday to Friday
Occasional weekend work during peak seasons
Shifts:
40 hours per week with one hour for lunch unpaid
Rotating:
Week 1
Week 2
15.00 - Finish (1am usually) Week 3
When working 15.00 onwards shift allowance of £100 will be provided per week.
CMI / ILM Level 3 / 5 qualification post 6 months service with huge development opportunities.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry Ltd, please do not hesitate to apply.