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Shift Operations Manager
Company Description
Who are we?
We are FBC UK, Fox’s & Burton’s – and we bake the UK’s most incredible biscuits (you decide if we’re biased)!
FBC UK merges two of the UK’s top biscuit manufacturers (Burton’s Biscuits and Fox’s Biscuits) into one innovative and integrated company.
We’re home to household favourites: Maryland, Fox’s, Jammie Dodger & Rocky – just to name a few. As proud manufacturing partners to major UK retailers, we bake our award-winning biscuits across eight bakeries: Isle of Arran, Livingston, Blackpool, Llantarnam, Edinburgh, Kirkham, Batley & Dorset, with our HQ in St Albans.
Together, we employ ~4,000 talented colleagues across the UK.
We’re currently the second-largest biscuit manufacturer in the UK – but our ambition is to become the UK Market Leader.
About the Role
We’re looking for Shift Operations Managers to join us at our Blackpool bakery. Two roles available:
- Permanent position
- 12-month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC)
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You’ll ensure: ✔ Deliver site production plans ✔ Keep our People Safe, Well & Competent ✔ Develop a culture of continuous improvement ✔ Achieve high performance & success ✔ Support improvement plans & budgets ✔ Keep customers happy
Main Responsibilities
People
- Adhere to and manage the site labour standard (overtime aligned with budget).
- Ensure our colleagues are trained to operate lines safely & efficiently.
- Maintain Safety Standards:
- Completing Risk Assessments, Safety Inspections & Accident Investigations.
- Guarantee compliance with legality & deadlines.
Performance
- Conduct daily Start-Up checks.
- Process Control Sheets accurately.
- Ensure Quality paperwork & records are precise.
- Monitor:
- Efficiency
- Waste reduction
- Time on Screen (TOS) performance
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Customers
- Ensure the Plant is audit-ready.
- Maintain strict hygiene standards.
Who We’re Looking For
Candidates should have:
- Experience managing production areas/multiple lines in 24/7 environments.
- Familiarity with Unionised workforces or traditional employee relations.
- Commitment to continuous improvement in manufacturing.
- Proven ability to boost line efficiency & reduce waste.
- Experience in supporting & managing team development.
- Ideally, experience in branded manufacturing, as custodian of major product brands.
Diversity Statement
FBC UK champion a diverse & inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and has equal opportunities.
We invest in our people to grow personally & professionally through diverse teams, fostering innovation and success.
Your talent is what shapes our dynamic, multiform culture – and it’s key to our future!
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