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SHIFT PRODUCTION MANAGER Job Title – Shift Production Manager Location – Blackpool, Lancashire (FY3... SHIFT PRODUCTION MANAGER Job Title – Shift Production Manager Location – Blackpool, Lancashire (FY3 area) Salary – £45,000 Shift – Rotating Shifts (06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00)Job Role of the Shift Production Manager A fantastic opportunity has arisen for two experienced Shift Production Managers to join a high-volume, fast-paced FMCG manufacturing site within the Blackpool area. This is a critical leadership role within a 24/7 production environment where you will be responsible for delivering the production plan while ensuring safety, performance, and quality standards are consistently achieved.You will be managing between 30–100 employees across two production lines, taking full ownership of shift performance, people management, and operational output. This role is ideal for a strong leader who thrives in a fast-moving manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving continuous improvement and developing high-performing teams.This is a key position within a well-established UK manufacturing business producing iconic consumer products supplied to major retailers and export markets.Sector – FMCG Manufacturing / Production Operations Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Shift Production Manager Food Manufacturing BackgroundPrevious experience in a production management role  Requirements for the Shift Production Manager Experience in performance management and team developmentAbility to manage production targets including efficiency, waste, and outputStrong understanding of production planning and operational executionExperience working in a structured, fast-paced FMCG or manufacturing environmentAbility to drive accountability and operational discipline Desirable Requirements Experience within branded or food manufacturing environmentsBackground working in a unionised environmentStrong root cause analysis and problem-solving skillsExperience improving line capability and operational performance Job Duties Include Delivering the daily production plan across multiple linesManaging shift labour, overtime, and workforce planning within budgetEnsuring all safety standards, audits, and risk assessments are completedMonitoring performance metrics including efficiency, waste, and throughputDriving continuous improvement initiatives across production linesEnsuring quality documentation and compliance records are accurateLeading shift handovers and operational briefingsDeveloping and coaching team members to improve performanceMaintaining plant readiness for audits and inspectionsEnsuring hygiene, safety, and operational standards are consistently met The Shift Production Manager Will Benefit From: Competitive salary of £45,000Annual pay reviews and progression opportunitiesStable long-term employment within a major manufacturing businessFree onsite parking and staff canteenCompany pension scheme (after qualifying period)Opportunity to lead large teams and make a real operational impactStrong culture of continuous improvement and leadership developmentLong-term career progression within a well-established organisation Additional Information This is a leading FMCG manufacturing site with a strong heritage and portfolio of well-known consumer brands. The business operates at high volume in a 24/7 environment and places a strong emphasis on leadership, accountability, and continuous improvement. The culture is team-focused, values-driven, and supports long-term employee development.