Job Description

Overview:

Shift Manager


Humdinger, Bromborough CH62 3RD



Humdinger is seeking an experienced and driven Shift Manager to join our team at the Bromborough site. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in FMCG, people management and continuous improvement to make a real impact in a fast-paced environment. As a Shift Manager at Humdinger, you will manage all aspects of your shift in relation to performance, standards, health & safety, food safety & quality, continuous improvement and people management.



Position type: Full time, permanent
Hours: 40 per week, over Monday-Friday (no weekends)
Shift Pattern: 3-week rotating shifts (AM, PM, Nights)
Pay range: 44,211 per annum


Responsibilities:
Leading a team of around 30 operators and 2 Supervisors across processing and packing during your shift Managing day-to-day operations including shift handovers, KPI's, and labour planning Driving performance and ensuring output targets and labour variances are met Leading and delivering improvement projects to remove bottlenecks and boost efficiency Promote a culture of continuous improvement using lean tools and methodologies Championing high standards of GMP, food safety, and health & safety Supporting the development and training of team members

Qualifications:
Proven experience in a similar Shift Manager or Production Manager role Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing teams Demonstrated success in delivering improvement projects and driving operational efficiency CI/Lean Six Sigma training or experience (preferred) Background in FMCG or food manufacturing (preferred) A proactive, results-driven mindset with a passion for continuous improvement



Rewards Benefits:
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Pension (4% Employer Contributions) Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary. Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling cover), along with access to Paycare Perks for exclusive high street and retailer discounts. Holiday Purchase, Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria). Family friendly policies including Maternity and Paternity leave above the statutory minimum. Annual engagement calendar covering an array of activities and educational events promoting diversity and inclusion. Participate in supporting your local community with opportunities to spend one day per year. volunteering or fundraising and gain company-matched sponsorship. Company Wellbeing agenda including annual Wellbeing Week, Menopause Support Group and Mental Health First Aid programme. Access to staff shops with exclusive discounts. Monthly employee recognition scheme via the 'Zertus Values Awards'. Recruitment Refer a Friend rewards. Training and Development Opportunities (Leadership courses, External qualifications, Professional memberships). Engagement with GroceryAid.

About Us:

At Humdinger, we transform coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into delectable snacks and chocolates for both our in-house label and renowned branded ranges. With a robust and continually growing portfolio, we've earned compliments for our commitment to quality and continuous product innovation. You might have enjoyed our products before, perhaps without even realising it!

Situated in Heckington, Sherburn in Elmet and Bromborough, we are an integral part of the Zertus UK & Ireland Snacking & Chocolate Market Unit, collaborating with other esteemed food manufacturers nationwide. Join us on a flavourful journey where innovation, quality, and a passion for snacking come together. Our talented teams have created a growing portfolio of our own famous brands including NOMO, Sun Valley Nuts, Kinnerton Kids, The Fruit Factory, Yum & Yay, Humzingers, as well as collaborations with Bailey's, Guinness and Budweiser!
Application & Interview Process:

Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Your application will be reviewed as part of our selection process. If you're shortlisted, a member of our Recruitment or HR team will contact you by phone or email (please check your junk mail). From there, if you advance, your application will be shared with the hiring manager for further review. If selected, you will be invited to an two stage interview process.

Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or adjustments to be made for your interview by speaking with the Talent Acquisition team at application stage. The provision of this information is likely to include special category data and is therefore covered by data protection laws. We ask for this information so that we are fully aware of any adjustments needed and we will use the information provided to inform our decisions about making those changes.