Production Shift Manager

Job Description:

Shift Manager – Manufacturing

Mirfield, West Yorkshire
£425,000 – £48,000
Rotating Shifts: 06:15 – 14:15 / 14:15 – 22:15

AQUMEN Recruitment is proud to be recruiting for an experienced Shift Manager to join a well-established manufacturing business in Mirfield. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven leader who thrives in fast-paced production environments and enjoys building strong, high-performing teams.

We are looking for someone who brings energy, accountability, and strong people leadership to the shop floor. You will take full ownership of shift performance, ensuring production, quality, and safety standards are consistently achieved while driving positive cultural change across the team.

The Role

As Shift Manager, you will lead and motivate production teams to deliver operational targets while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage performance, support staff development, and confidently handle people management responsibilities while keeping operations running smoothly.

Key ResponsibilitiesProduction & Operations

Lead and manage shift operations to meet production, efficiency, and quality targetsMonitor performance and address issues quickly to minimise downtimeManage labour and resources effectively to meet operational demandsEnsure strong communication between shifts with clear reporting and handoversIdentify opportunities for continuous improvement across processes and performance

Health, Safety & Quality

Ensure a safe working environment and promote strong safety behavioursMonitor compliance with company policies and proceduresInvestigate incidents and implement corrective actions where requiredMaintain high standards of product quality and operational discipline

People Leadership

Manage and develop production teams to deliver consistent resultsConduct performance reviews, disciplinaries, and return-to-work meetingsAddress performance and attendance issues in a firm but fair mannerMaintain training records and support the development of multi-skilled teamsBuild trust and respect with the workforce while maintaining strong leadership standards

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a passionate, energetic leader who takes ownership of challenges and drives improvement rather than accepting limitations.

Essential Experience

Proven experience managing teams within a manufacturing or production environmentExperience conducting performance reviews, disciplinaries, return-to-work meetings, and general people management processesStrong leadership presence with the ability to be firm but fair and gain respect from the workforceExcellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to overcoming challengesAbility to take ownership and responsibility for shift performance, quality, and safetyExperience managing operations end-to-end within a shift environment

Personal Attributes

Passionate and energetic leadership stylePositive attitude when tackling operational challengesAbility to drive cultural change and improve team engagementStrong communicator who leads by exampleResilient and solution-focused when faced with operational hurdles

Why Apply?

Competitive salary £45,000 – £48,000Structured rotating shift patternOpportunity to take real ownership of operations and team performanceA role where you can drive improvements and influence cultureLong-term career progression within a stable manufacturing environment

AQUMEN Recruitment is acting as a recruitment partner for this position. All applications

Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.