Overview:
Shift Manager
Humdinger, Sherburn-in-Elmet, North Yorkshire
Lead a high-performing production shift and make a measurable impact across safety, quality, service and people development.
We're looking for an experienced Shift Manager to lead production operations at our Sherburn site. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll lead a team of Production Team Leaders and indirectly manage approximately 55 Operatives and Technicians, ensuring production plans are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards
Position type: Full time, permanent
Shift pattern: 24/5 covering days or nights 6am-6pm and 6pm-6am
Salary: £48,814
Closing date: 24/07/2026
Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop Production Team Leaders and operational teams across shift.
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Deliver production plans in line with safety, quality, cost and service targets.
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Drive continuous improvement, lean manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives.
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Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and quality standards.
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Manage labour resources and operational costs effectively.
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Build a highly engaged, capable and self-managing shift team.
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Coach and develop talent, succession plans and training programmes.
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Collaborate with Engineering, Planning, Logistics, Technical and wider site teams.
Qualifications:
Essential
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Shift management experience within FMCG, food manufacturing or a similar fast-paced production environment.
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Experience managing large operational teams through Team Leaders.
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Strong knowledge of Health & Safety, Quality and Food Safety standards.
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Experience leading performance improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Strong people management skills including performance, attendance and development conversations.
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Confident communicator with strong analytical and decision-making skills.
Desirable
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IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
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Food Safety/ HACCP Level 3.
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Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement training.
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Experience within automated manufacturing environments.
Rewards Benefits:
- 4% employer and 5 % employee pension plan
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Life assurance plan x4 basic salary
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Various salary sacrifice schemes including pension payments, cycle to work and electric car (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
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Healthcare cash plan via paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling) with a value over £400 each year
About Us:
Humdinger’s Sherburn-in-Elmet site is a fast-growing confectionery facility producing over 5,000 tonnes of chocolate and snacking products annually. With advanced technologies including belt coating, button manufacture, drop rolling, and hard panning, the site supports a diverse customer base across retail, third-party, and B2B channels. The site offers a dynamic environment where technical leadership plays a pivotal role in driving quality, compliance, and innovation.
Application & Interview Process:
Please apply online via our careers portal by submitting your CV and answering the application questions. Successful candidates will be invited to a two-stage interview process, including site tour.
Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
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