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Shift Manager
£45,000 + Bonus + Private Healthcare
3‑Shift Pattern
Bolton
Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen due to site expansion and the launch of a new production line at a well‑established, global manufacturing operation in Bolton. We're seeking an experienced Shift Manager to play a key role in driving operational excellence, team performance, and continuous improvement within a high‑volume, regulated manufacturing environment.
Role
As Shift Manager, you will be accountable for the end‑to‑end performance of your shift on a modern manufacturing line. You'll lead, coach and develop your team while ensuring production targets, quality standards and compliance requirements are consistently achieved.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and supervise all production activities during your shift, ensuring alignment with build schedules and pre‑SOP readiness
- Lead, motivate and develop the manufacturing team; conduct performance reviews and address staffing or performance issues
- Ensure product quality standards are met, responding quickly to defects or process issues
- Monitor KPIs including output, yield and efficiency, reporting performance to senior management
- Oversee equipment use, troubleshooting issues to minimise downtime and maximise productivity
- Resolve operational issues such as bottlenecks, equipment failure or supply chain disruption
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, environmental regulations and internal policies
- Drive continuous improvement through lean manufacturing and process optimisation initiatives
- Mentor and develop Production Team Members (PTMs), embedding lean thinking and accountability
- Act as a senior site contact during out‑of‑hours periods, supporting wider business needs
Qualifications / Experience
- 5+ years’ experience in production or shift management within a manufacturing environment (electronics or automotive preferred)
- Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949, PPAP, APQP and FMEA
- Proven experience implementing lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar CI tools
- Experience coordinating cross‑functional teams and working with OEM customers
- Strong analytical skills with a practical, solutions‑focused mindset
- Excellent communication skills, able to influence at all levels
- Experience using MES, ERP systems and Microsoft Office for reporting and analysis
- Ability to manage priorities, deadlines and smooth shift handovers
Benefits
- Competitive salary of £45,000
- Annual performance bonus
- BUPA private healthcare
- Structured shift pattern
- Secure, long‑term role within a growing operation
- Opportunity to influence a new production line from an early stage
- Development and progression opportunities
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Job Info:
- Company: Omega Resource Group
- Position: Production Shift Manager
- Work Location: Bolton
- Country: GB
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