Shift Lead

Shift Lead – Manufacturing | Manchester | 4 on 4 off | Days & Nights

Location: Manchester
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights – 7am–7pm / 7pm–7am)

Join Müller Milk & Ingredients as a Shift Lead and take ownership of a high-impact leadership role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position offers full autonomy, end-to-end accountability, and the opportunity to lead operational excellence on shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations across your shift, ensuring delivery of KPIs and continuous improvement.


• Empower and coach your team to solve problems and drive performance.


• Own and deliver Operational Excellence (OE) projects aligned to business goals.


• Make real-time decisions using PDCA and “go, look, see” techniques.


• Manage team development, performance reviews, and employee relations.


• Ensure compliance with health & safety and product integrity standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in manufacturing, production, or operations leadership.


• Strong coaching, problem-solving, and facilitation skills.


• Ability to lead with autonomy and minimal escalation.


• Passion for developing people and driving change.

What’s in it for You

• Competitive salary with up to 10% annual bonus


• 282 hours annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)


• 4x life assurance


• Healthcare cover


• High visibility and progression potential within Müller


• Matched pension contributions (up to 8%)


• Access to perkbox – saving money across numerous retailers

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