At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead manufacturing operations and empower your team to achieve excellence.
- Company: Join Müller Milk & Ingredients, a leader in the dairy industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, generous leave, and pension contributions.
- Other info: Great progression potential and access to exclusive savings perks.
- Why this job: Take ownership in a fast-paced environment and drive real change.
- Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing leadership and strong coaching skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
- Shift Lead – Manufacturing | Butter Plant | 4 on 4 off | Days & Nights
- Job Type : Full-time, Permanent
- Shift Pattern : 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights – 7am–7pm / 7pm–7am)
Join Müller Milk & Ingredients as a Shift Lead and take ownership of a high-impact leadership role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This position offers full autonomy, end-to-end accountability, and the opportunity to lead operational excellence on shift.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead manufacturing operations across your shift, ensuring delivery of KPIs and continuous improvement.
- Empower and coach your team to solve problems and drive performance.
- Own and deliver Operational Excellence (OE) projects aligned to business goals.
- Make real-time decisions using PDCA and "go, look, see" techniques.
- Manage team development, performance reviews, and employee relations.
- Ensure compliance with health & safety and product integrity standards.
- What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in manufacturing, production, or operations leadership.
- Strong coaching, problem-solving, and facilitation skills.
- Ability to lead with autonomy and minimal escalation.
- Passion for developing people and driving change.
- What’s in it for You
- Competitive salary with up to 10% annual bonus
- 282 hours annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- 4x life assurance
- High visibility and progression potential within Müller
- Matched pension contributions (up to 8%)
- Access to perkbox – saving money across numerous retailers
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Shift Lead in Market Drayton employer: Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller
At Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every employee can thrive. As an Employee Relations Partner in Severnside, you will benefit from our commitment to professional development, with ample opportunities for training and growth, all while being part of a collaborative team dedicated to upholding the highest standards of employment legislation.
Contact Details:
Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller Recruitment Team
