Production Shift Manager in Stafford

ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We’re a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We’re blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We’re a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We’re an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we’re a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet.

Your Responsibilities:

• To oversee and ensure the safe and efficient production operation at FDL Stafford, supporting Performance Excellence Lead whilst managing the interface between the processing, logistics and maintenance.
• Provide proactive support to the Operations Manager, deputising for them in their absence.
• Ensure company safety, health & environmental procedures are followed and enforced by Shift superintendents.
• Manage and develop direct reports ensuring their quality of work, performance and motivation levels meet the required standards.
• Ensure reports fully understand their own role and what is expected from them, providing support and guidance to achieve business objectives.
• Drive Performance Excellence within the manufacturing teams.
• Ensure all production is running efficiently and in optimum order, advising on modifications and improvements.
• Make optimum use of equipment, people and resources, providing pro-active leadership in all areas of the manufacturing operation.
• Review manufacturing performance with recommendations for improved efficiencies and reducing cost.
• Ensure procedures encourage efficient and safe working procedures, a productive environment and discretionary performance.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP and Food Safety Policies.
• Continuously review operation performance in terms of key performance indicators (KPI’s) and action improvements when necessary.
• Provide a centralised communication link between production, commercial, logistics and maintenance departments.
• Maintain good communications between all levels of employees and ensure supervisors foster such values.

Your Profile:

• At least 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Line Managerial experience with an appreciation of employee relations issues (Optional).
• Good experience working with H&S in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong people management skills.
• Intermediate level in MS software packages including Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
• Strong change management capabilities.

Your Future Perspective:

• Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models.
• Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path.
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity.
• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company.
• An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidised health & fitness offers.
• Additional benefits and support for maternity and paternity leave.
• Support for mental health awareness and training.

ADM is committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone is respected, valued and free from harassment. We champion dignity, inclusion and a zero tolerance towards workplace harassment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and value diversity at our company.