Operations Shift Manager 

Our client is a major food/beverage manufacturer. 
The Operations Shift Manager is a pivotal role on site and works with a team of associates to bring brands to market
The qualified candidate will be an excellent multi-tasker and should have previous experience leading a multi-skilled team in a pro-active, hands-on way, having responsibility for all aspects of shift team performance.

This position reports to the Senior Manufacturing Manager
This is a shift position therefore flexibility is a key requirement of this role.

In this role you will:

• Manage, lead and motivate a multi-skilled Operations group in an empowered team-based environment, ensuring full engagement of team members.
• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operation, ensuring adherence to production schedules, safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and quality and safety standards.
• Execute daily and weekly production plans to meet all Business Plan commitments.
• Implement improvements to increase efficiency, reduce losses, optimize costs, and enhance productivity.
• Develop the team to achieve performance targets and professional growth.
• Drive, manage and embed operational excellence and a continuous improvement culture within the team to deliver improvements through lean principles and systems.

Qualification & Requirements

• Third level qualification, diploma or degree in a business or technical discipline required.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in people management in a people focused, team-based environment.
• Experience in TPM or Lean Manufacturing tools. Implementation experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting demands and to prioritize accordingly.

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