Manufacturing Shift Manager
| Posting date: | 22 December 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 December 2025 |
| Location: | Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, ML1 4XL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Escape Recruitment Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DJS/97684_1766407812 |
Summary
Manufacturing Shift Manager
We are recruiting an experienced Manufacturing Shift Manager to lead a production team within a high-compliance manufacturing environment operating a 4 on / 4 off rotating shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights).
This is a hands-on leadership role with full responsibility for Health & Safety, Quality, output delivery, and people management on shift. You'll lead Working Team Leaders and operators, ensuring production targets are met safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities-
Lead and motivate manufacturing teams on shift
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Drive strong Health & Safety culture and full compliance
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Ensure quality standards, procedures, and controls are followed
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Deliver shift production targets and manage labour effectively
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Coach and develop Working Team Leaders
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Manage performance, training, absence, and conduct
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Proven experience in a manufacturing shift leadership role
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Strong knowledge of H&S and Quality systems
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Confident, visible shop-floor leader
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Comfortable managing teams in a 24/7 or rotating shift environment
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IOSH Managing Safely (essential)
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Lean / Continuous Improvement experience advantageous
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Salary: £53k pa (inclusive of shift allowance)
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4 on / 4 off rotating days/nights