Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: £40,114

Shifts: 4 days per week, rotating days and nights (usually Monday-Thursday but flexible)

We're working with a leading food manufacturer in the Manchester area who are on the lookout for a strong Front Line Manager to join their production team.

This is a people-first, performance-driven role focused on leading a team within a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll support the Manufacturing Shift Lead in driving key metrics across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People - while helping shape a culture of continuous improvement and accountability on the shop floor.

The Role:

* Act as a role model, setting the tone for performance, behaviour, and values across your team

* Support staffing plans and optimise manning levels throughout seasonal peaks and troughs

* Oversee team performance across KPIs such as yield, waste, product quality, and line efficiency

* Lead daily huddles, team briefs and handovers to ensure clear communication and alignment

* Champion training and development - mentoring new starters and upskilling your team

* Play a key role in CI initiatives using A3 methodology and structured problem-solving

* Ensure compliance with H&S, Food Safety, and GMP at all times

* Monitor and maintain your team's skills matrix, helping build strong succession planning

* Actively contribute to site environmental and sustainability goals

What We're Looking For:

* Experience in a high-paced manufacturing/production setting (food or FMCG preferred)

* Proven ability to lead and motivate teams to exceed KPIs

* Comfortable with standard work routines and structured CI methodologies

* Strong understanding of Health & Safety and Food Safety practices

* Capable of coaching and developing individuals at all levels

* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - both written and verbal

* Organised, analytical, and IT literate

* Comfortable working rotating shifts across both days and nights

What's On Offer:

* Competitive salary of £40,114 per annum

* 4-day working week (rotating shifts)

* Enhanced pension + maternity/paternity packages

* Life assurance cover

* Retail discounts & on-site company shop

* Strong learning and development culture

* Employee recognition programmes

* Supportive leadership team and collaborative work culture

If you're a team-focused leader with a passion for driving performance and developing people - this could be a brilliant next step in your career