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Job Title: Shift Manager (DS Smith)
Company Name: DS Smith
Location: Livingston
Hours / Days Of Work: Night shift, Rotating shift, Day shift
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: To be clarified
Job Description:
As Shift Manager, you’ll play a critical role in leading one of our production shifts, ensuring the safe, efficient and effective operation of the site. You’ll be responsible for delivering outstanding performance across safety, quality, productivity, customer service and people development, while creating a culture built on accountability, continuous improvement and collaboration. Working closely with colleagues across Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality and the wider UK Packaging business, you’ll have the opportunity to influence site performance and contribute to the ongoing success of the operation.
Experience and Qualifications:
You’ll be a confident and resilient manufacturing leader who enjoys getting the best from people while delivering outstanding operational performance. You’ll be passionate about continuous improvement and capable of making sound decisions in a fast-moving production environment. We’re looking for someone who has: Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role such as Shift Manager, Production Manager, Manufacturing Team Manager or similar. Strong people leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate and develop high-performing teams. A continuous improvement mindset with experience driving operational performance and implementing change. A recognised qualification in Health & Safety, Quality Management or a related discipline (desirable). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, using data to make informed operational decisions. Advanced IT skills and experience using manufacturing reporting systems and Microsoft Office. A collaborative approach with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships. Confidence to challenge existing processes, question the status quo and drive positive change. A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, customer service and employee engagement.
Application Process:
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Closing Date: 23/11/2026
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