Muller UK & Ireland
Shift Leader – Market Drayton
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (42 hours)
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights)
About the Role
We’re looking for a proactive Shift Leader to join our Filling department at Müller. In this role, you’ll lead a team to deliver exceptional results while ensuring compliance with food safety standards and driving continuous improvement. You’ll play a key part in achieving our strategic goals through strong leadership and a culture of innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead your shift to meet Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and People standards.
- Ensure compliance with BRCGS and customer audits.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and champion root cause analysis.
- Manage performance proactively, including Performance Improvement Plans.
- Communicate effectively via cascade briefs and connect sessions.
- Live company behaviors, lead by example, and provide feedback during 1:1s.
- Plan and allocate resources effectively within your team
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in high-volume food manufacturing.
- Strong leadership and coaching skills.
- Knowledge of compliance standards and audit processes.
- Technical understanding of processing and filling equipment.
- Strong awareness of Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, and Environmental standards, with the ability to apply best practices in a manufacturing setting.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Qualifications
Relevant technical qualification or equivalent experience.
Benefits
- Up to 10% annual bonus
- 4 x Life Assurance policy
- Private Medical Insurance
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
- Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%)
- Exclusive access to Müller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts
- Career Progression and Development Opportunities
At Müller, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage people to apply even if they don’t meet every requirement listed. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know – we’re happy to support you.
You can find out more about Müller and what it’s like to work for us by clicking here Careers at Müller UK & Ireland
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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