A well-established Company operating within FMCG, is searching for a Shift Manager.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Shift Manager will be responsible for the execution of production, maintenance, and process activities during his/her shift, and the coordination with all stakeholders to achieve established manufacturing objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner.

He or she acts as a guiding figure within the manufacturing plant on a 3-shift rotation pattern, by leading a team of operative and technical staff to fulfil the production requirements while providing support, driving continuous improvement, and holding individuals and teams accountable.

Key Responsibilities

Execute the daily production plan using all available resources.
Lead and support production and technical teams to meet shift goals.
Solve problems quickly and effectively to minimize downtime.
Collect and analyze data to improve safety, efficiency, quality, and reduce waste.
Prepare regular reports on production and performance.

Quality & Safety

Follow all health, safety, and food safety procedures (including HACCP).
Ensure cleanliness, proper setup, and compliance with safety and quality standards.
Work with Quality Control to maintain product specifications and address any deviations.
Conduct regular walk-throughs to enforce 5S and good manufacturing practices.

Team Leadership & Communication

Lead the team to achieve performance goals and high-quality standards.
Address performance issues and support continuous improvement.
Train, mentor, and motivate team members to grow and succeed.
Communicate clearly about priorities and shift changes.
Promote teamwork, share best practices, and encourage feedback.

Requirements

Candidates must be working in Malta already
Able to work on a three-shift basis, including night shifts
Situational leadership and people motivational skills
Strong emotional intelligence and conflict handling skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
An adaptive thinking process required to bring effective judgement, analytical thinking, evaluation and arrive at conclusions.
Root cause analysis
Experienced with Lean, IPC, GMP, 5S, ISO Standards, Safe Food Handling, HACCP

Education and Experience

Bachelor degree in Engineering (MQF Level 6) with 5 years experience in operations and people management within manufacturing, OR
Advanced Technical Diploma or equivalent (MQF Level 5) with 9 years experience in operations and people management within manufacturing.
Front line people management experience in a GMP environment within the food/pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing sector.
Background in electro mechanical is highly desired

Benefits

Shift allowances
Disturbance allowance
Performance bonus
Health Insurance

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Shift Manager (Manufacturing)

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