Shift Manager 2nd and 3rd shift

Stratas Foods•Decatur, IL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Shift Manager is the senior on-shift leader responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of production and shipping operations. This role provides direct leadership and oversight to production and shipping supervisors. As the primary escalation point and “go-to” resource, the Shift Manager drives decision-making, resolves operational issues in real time, and ensures consistent execution of standards across the shift.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred; or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience
Minimum 5+ years of manufacturing experience, with demonstrated leadership of supervisors or multiple functional areas
Experience in production and shipping operations required
Working knowledge of ERP systems and plant systems
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience in food manufacturing preferred
Experience in a union environment preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate all production and shipping activities to meet daily output, service, and performance targets
Serve as the primary point of contact for supervisors, providing direction, support, and escalation management
Monitor shift performance and adjust staffing, priorities, and resources to meet changing demands
Ensure effective shift handoffs and alignment across all operating areas
Champion a safety-first culture and ensure adherence to all safety policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with GMPs, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Lead incident investigations and ensure timely completion of corrective actions
Maintain high standards for housekeeping and safe work behaviors
Ensure all products meet quality and food safety specifications
Partner with Quality to address non-conformances and implement corrective actions
Enforce adherence to standard operating procedures and critical control points
Lead, coach, and support production and shipping supervisors to drive accountability and performance
Reinforce expectations, provide real-time feedback, and support employee relations as needed
Promote teamwork, communication, and a positive shift culture
Track and drive key metrics including safety, quality, throughput, and service levels
Identify gaps and implement corrective actions to improve shift performance
Support ongoing continuous improvement initiatives within operations
Facilitate shift meetings to communicate priorities, performance, and key issues
Act as the central communication link between departments during the shift
Escalate critical issues to plant leadership as needed