Shift Operations Manager

2 weeks ago


Runcorn, United Kingdom Howdens Full time

Howdens are recruiting an experienced Shift Operations Manager to join our manufacturing site in Runcorn, Cheshire. This is a permanent position, offering a unique opportunity to drive and influence positive change across our growing FTSE100 organisation.

Reporting to the Business Unit Manager you will be responsible for managing and motivating your team to ensure targets are met in line with the required health and safety, quality, cost, delivery and people metrics to support all of the production processes. A natural leader, you will ensure your team is well-directed and will lead them effectively through regular communication, training and development.

What we can offer you:

Competitive Salary and up to 15% annual company bonus Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days Free daily lunch at our onsite canteen Share save scheme Staff discount on Howdens products

Shift Pattern:

2 direct, 30+ indirect 6-2, 2-10, 10-6

As a Shift Operations Manager, you will be a confident decision maker with a proven track record of implementing continuous improvement into a manufacturing environment.

The role:

Ensuring the efficient safe receipt, storage, manufacture and despatch of raw materials and finished goods to enable the business to meet volume requirements Formulating annual labour models and budgets to secure the resources necessary to achieve our agreed strategy Routinely monitoring and managing the completion and effectiveness of our compliance activities in line with the policies, procedures and control plans Liaising with the planning function and departmental operations managers to ensure service priorities are delivered Developing and managing the people plan to create an adaptive and pro-active team, promoting clear and effective communications at all levels where business priorities are understood Liaising with key internal stakeholders including manufacturing support functions, warehousing, transport and other supply chain operations to maintain positive relationships and achieve exceptional service levels Recruiting, motivating, engaging and developing employees to maintain an effective workplace capable of meeting its objectives and a strong positive culture in line with our values

What you’ll need:

Experience working in a leadership role within a manufacturing or supply chain environment with multiple production lines An inspirational and engaging management style with the confidence to communicate our vision and values Experience and knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques and a track record of driving improvement and efficiencies in a fast-paced environment The ability to remain calm and under pressure in a deadline-focused environment and able to adapt to the changing demands of the business

About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 800 depots throughout the UK and Europe and employ more than 11,000 employees. Last year our sales reached over £2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda. 

As well as the opportunity to develop within a high-profile company, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For .

We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we are keen to hear from you.

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