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Shift Manager - Pink Shift

Lantmännen -
Milton Keynes

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Qualifications

ERP systems
Microsoft Office
Analysis skills
IT
Food safety
Leadership
Communication skills

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Application Deadline: June 27, 2026
Milton Keynes
On-site

Job Description

You will be fully responsible for the day to day running of your shift, as well as identifying and leading operational improvement opportunities for the business.

Job Title: Shift Manager

Reporting To: Production Manager

Shift: Pink Shift, we are a 24/7 operating bakery, 12-hour shifts covering days/nights and weekdays/weekends, on a two-week rota. Shift patterns are 4 days on, 3 days off, 3 days on, 4 days off

Location: Lantmännen Unibake, Maidstone Road, Kingston, Milton Keynes, MK10 0BD

Skills & Requirements

You Will Be Great At:

Running to schedule, within the given time frames, whilst maintaining health and safety, food safety, quality, and customer service standards, with the agreed manning level.
Promoting the delivery of Continuous Improvement manufacturing practices within the team (5 step, S.O. P’s, 5Y’s, SMED)
Undertaking loss investigations/analysis against red numbers on OEE/Waste, using Continuous Improvement tools
Coaching, developing and leading your team, supporting the delivery of any training and development for your team. Promoting and supporting the introduction of multi-skilling across the business
Controlling and documentation of levels and accuracy of waste/waste recording including Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and potential efficiency, accuracy & waste recording, downtime, product weights, staff productivity
Continuously identify ways to reduce costs in the business. Improve standards and ensure Quality Management Systems and procedures are followed in all areas of responsibility
Undertaking Accident and Near Miss investigations
Leading by example, demonstrating high standards of behaviour, honesty/integrity that develop and supports people through coaching and feedback
Assessing team-mate performance and support the delivery of any training and development initiatives for your team and to ensure all Health & Safety processes are followed

You Are:

Someone who demonstrates pride and passion in the work they do
A natural leader with the capabilities of motivating and getting the best out of the team
Highly motivated
A self-starter with a flexible ‘can do’ attitude
The ability to work to deadlines and follow instruction

You Have:

Leadership experience gained within a manufacturing, (food manufacturing desirable) production or FMCG
Strong leadership skills with demonstrable experience in a people-management role with the ability to problem solve, report information/findings, develop recommendations, and implement process changes, as needed
Proven ability to gain strong results through team working
Communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills necessary to effectively deal with all levels of the organisation as well as cross-functional teams
Competent IT skills with daily use of MS office software; knowledge of ERP (AX Dynamics) systems desirable
Numerate & literate with the ability to calculate and interpret OEE’s, good analytical skills
A good understanding of relevant Food Safety & Health and Safety Legislation and codes of practice

If you have any questions about the position or recruitment process, you are welcome to contact Tammy Davies - Talent Partner

All applications must be completed in English including up to date CV.

About the company

Lantmännen Unibake is a leading global bakery company within the Lantmännen Group. With expertise in bakery products for food service and retail, we serve consumers around the clock and across the world every day. The aim is to make bread and pastry a profitable business for our customers through tasty, high-quality products and innovative solutions and based on a sustainable mind-set and excellent food safety standards. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Lantmännen Unibake operates modern bakeries around the world and has sales in more than 60 countries. The brand portfolio comprises a range of well-established B2B and BtC brands e.g. Schulstad Bakery Solutions, Schulstad, Bonjour, Vaasan, Pastridor and Hatting. Lantmännen Unibake has a turnover of EUR 1.5 billion and employs more than 6,000 people in 20+ countries. Appetite for more? Visit us at www.lantmannen-unibake.com

It goes right. Right from the start. New people start at Lantmännen Unibake every day. We’re used to creating the right beginning, right from day one. We’re ready for you.

Baking is a people business. Lantmännen Unibake has flour on its hands and people at its heart. The whole process of making everyday products takes team work, open-ness and mutual respect.

It's a group thing. Working for a global business is different. You feel connected to something bigger. Your team has a higher purpose. Ripples turn into waves.

It's about baking the future. We are taking baking further. Not just geographically but in terms of innovation. We have a proud heritage but we want to explore new products, markets and opportunities.

Diversity is a reality. Not an ambition. Not only are we global, we hire a multitude of nationalities. At the moment, your future colleagues come from more than 40 countries.

Tammy Davies | Contact Person

01908588951

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