Shift Manager

Job title : Shift Manager
Location : Western Australia
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 1656282
Join a well-recognised food manufacturing organisation, located in the south Perth suburbs, that produces iconic products across Australia. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a key leadership role within a fast-paced FMCG environment, where safety, quality, and people are at the heart of operations.

About the Role

As Shift Manager, you will be responsible for leading and directing shift activities within a busy production facility. Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you will oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring all production targets are achieved in line with safety, quality, and compliance standards.


Key Responsibilities
  • Lead, coach, and mentor a team of supervisors and production staff, fostering a high-performance and safety-first culture
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including HACCP and GMP requirements
  • Manage labour resources effectively to align manning levels with production demand, while controlling overtime and costs
  • Partner closely with leadership, HR, and safety teams to support performance management, training, and succession planning
  • Analyse production data, identify trends, and implement corrective actions to improve operational outcomes
Skills & Experience
  • Proven leadership experience in FMCG or food manufacturing environments
  • Strong understanding of GMP, WHS, and food safety compliance standards
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cultural and process improvements within manufacturing teams
  • Hands-on leadership style with the ability to engage, coach, and develop people
  • Experience with SAP and MS Office is desirable
How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the Apply function.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Trisha at 0477 953 700 or Tzhanyu@sharpandcarter.com.au