Production Shift Manager

1 week ago

Dartford, Kent, United Kingdom Krispy Kreme UK & IRE Full time £40,000 - £45,000 per year

Shift Manager – Krispy Kreme Manufacturing

Location: Dartford

42-hour contract | 07:00–19:00 | 4 days on / 4 days off rotating shift pattern

Are you ready to lead a team, keep the doughnuts flowing, and make every shift run smoother than a fresh glaze waterfall? If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and love the idea of being part of something truly delicious, this could be your next great opportunity.

We're looking for a Shift Manager to help oversee the magic behind our doughnut-making process. This is a hands-on, people-focused leadership role where you'll guide your team from the shop floor, maintain high standards, and ensure our famous doughnuts leave the site looking and tasting exactly as they should.

What You'll Do

As our Shift Manager, you'll:

  • Lead the team during your shift and keep workflow safe, efficient and well organised
  • Act as the most senior onsite leader in the absence of the Site Manager
  • Deliver clear and engaging daily team briefings
  • Ensure strict Food Safety, Health & Safety and environmental compliance
  • Maintain exceptional product quality
  • Use tools such as DRM and Short Interval Control to drive shift performance
  • Manage holidays, absences, onboarding and compliance training
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and encourage new ideas
  • Work closely with retail, transport, planning, HR and H&S teams
  • Monitor and deliver KPIs including labour, COGS, yield, quality, OTIF, audits, and engagement

What You Bring

Essential:

  • Experience in food manufacturing or bakery environments
  • Leadership experience managing teams in an FMCG or similar setting
  • Strong communication skills and IT literacy
  • Good numeracy
  • Experience with continuous improvement processes

Desirable:

  • A proactive, driven mindset
  • Resilience and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • A willingness to try new approaches and continuously improve

What's in it for you

  • Holiday pay, pension scheme, and life assurance
  • Tailored training and development to support your growth
  • Free doughnuts and hot drinks during your shift
  • 50% off doughnuts and 30% off drinks in our UK stores
  • Exclusive Treat Box: access to discounts at major retailers and supermarkets
  • 24/7 wellbeing support with WeCare – including GP services, mental health, financial, and legal advice
  • Additional emotional, practical, and financial assistance through Grocery Aid

Your Working Pattern

  • 42-hour contract
  • 07:00–19:00 shifts
  • 4 days on / 4 days off rotating pattern

If you're ready to lead with confidence, support a brilliant team and help us deliver joy through every doughnut we make, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your Krispy Kreme journey.

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