Shift Lead
Skills
About the role
Shift Lead – Manufacturing | Butter Plant | 4 on 4 off | Days & Nights
Location: Market Drayton
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights – 6am–6pm / 6pm–6am)
Join Müller Milk & Ingredients as a Shift Lead and take ownership of a high-impact leadership role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. These newly created positions offer 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
Healthcare cover
Opportunity to shape a newly created role and make a lasting impact
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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You can find out more about Müller and what it’s like to work for us by clicking here Careers at Müller UK & Ireland
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