Shift Supervisor

Shift Supervisor

Location: Coventry

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 6PM-6AM 3 on - 3 off 

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Shift Supervisor to join a busy and fast-paced operation in Milton Keynes.

This is a hands-on supervisory role where you will be responsible for the overall running of the site during your shift. You’ll be managing the team, keeping the operation running smoothly and making sure standards around health & safety, quality, stock and productivity are maintained.

We’re open to people from different backgrounds, including manufacturing, production, warehousing, logistics and distribution. The main thing we’re looking for is someone who has experience managing people and taking responsibility for a busy shift.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day running of the operation during your shift
Manage and support a team of permanent and agency staff
Organise labour and make sure the shift is properly staffed
Make sure daily productivity and quality targets are achieved
Oversee stock movement, goods in, goods out and general stock control
Complete shift reports and keep performance information up to date
Carry out team briefs and support staff training and development
Deal with return-to-works, holidays, timesheets, investigations and disciplinary matters when required
Make sure Health & Safety procedures are followed across the site
Carry out safety checks and report any accidents or near misses
Look at any operational issues and put actions in place to resolve them
Maintain good housekeeping standards across the site
Work closely with other departments, customers, suppliers and contractors
Support the Site Manager with the overall performance of the operation
Be confident making decisions and taking ownership of the shift

What We’re Looking For

Previous experience as a Shift Supervisor, Shift Manager, Operations Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Warehouse Supervisor or similar
Experience managing teams within a busy operational environment
Background within manufacturing, production, warehousing, logistics or distribution
Good understanding of Health & Safety
Experience managing staff performance and general people-related matters
Comfortable working towards KPIs and operational targets
Good organisational and problem-solving skills
Able to work independently and make decisions when needed
Good communication skills and a confident approach to managing people
Comfortable using basic IT systems for reporting, emails and general administration
Qualifications such as IOSH, NEBOSH, HACCP or Operations/Production Management would be beneficial but aren’t essential. 

Contact

Ellis Loughran

Recruitment Consultant

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