Shift Manager - Afternoon Shift

Sofina Foods•Suffolk, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for coordinating the operational management of the department and optimising profitability in line with short and long term business strategies, goals, and objectives. You will lead and direct all High Risk functions to ensure customer requirements and expectations are consistently achieved across delivery, efficiency, food safety, and quality. Working closely with the wider management team, you will play a key role in driving operational performance, developing teams, and supporting the continued growth of the site. An exciting opportunity to coordinate and lead a production shift during a period of growth, driving operational performance, continuous improvement, and high standards across all High Risk functions.

Requirements

Strong leadership and team management capability
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Proactive and solutions focused mindset
Ability to motivate and engage teams to deliver results
Strong problem solving and decision making skills
High level of accountability and ownership
Ability to work effectively in a fast paced manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of production line equipment and throughput requirements
Experience identifying and resolving operational issues proactively
Previous leadership experience within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment
Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and quality standards

Nice To Haves

Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives beneficial

Responsibilities

Complete all tasks in line with company procedures and risk assessments
Handle food products in accordance with hygiene, quality, and housekeeping standards
Work collaboratively with other department managers to support site performance and future growth
Lead, manage, and support the production team to ensure operational objectives and standards are achieved
Develop, implement, and monitor operational KPIs and financial controls to drive performance
Promote and lead a continuous improvement culture using GMP tools and methodologies
Create and deliver projects focused on cost management and operational efficiency
Ensure standards relating to product quality, hygiene, equipment, technical compliance, and operator performance are consistently maintained
Build and maintain effective working relationships across the management team
Manage disciplinary and grievance processes in line with company procedures
Support additional management activities and operational requirements as needed