Production Shift Leader

Production Shift Leader

PPG | Runcorn Plant

Full Time | Permanent

The Benefits:

• Competitive starting salary
• Local site bonus
• Upskilling and progression opportunities
• Match pension contributions
• Private healthcare plans
• Staff discounts

Main responsibilities:

• To ensure the manufacturing/batch off procedure is being carried out to the highest quality, as per IFS Shop Orders, following all Shop Order instructions as per each guideline(s) shown on the Shop Order/Process Control System.
• Supervise, Lead and Support direct reports across multifunctional production processes with an aim for high performance.
• Monitor, prioritize and execute workflow of the daily production operation to meet deadlines.
• Manage overtime and shift allocations ensuring resource is planned in the most efficient manner.
• People management in accordance with company policies with issues relating to conduct and performance.
• Carry out effective and regular communications and toolbox talks specifically impacting education and cultural change of production on quality and service.
• Ensure all operators are trained and carry out the correct manufacturing/batch off procedures. Carry out training reviews ensuring relevant training matrices kept up to date.
• Adhere to and manage the Environmental Health and Safety guidelines as determined by the Health and Safety Policy and the finding of any subsequent risk assessments, promote, and manage Health and Safety best practice.
• Liaise with other operational leaders/managers regarding any potential shipping issues

Key Skills:

• FLT License (Counterbalance is essential & Reach License is preferable).
• Ability to process/manage Lean principles.
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a fast paced, high achieving team.
• Good time-management skills to minimise downtime and ensure a team works efficiently
• The ability to cope with pressure and make sound decisions quickly
• Leadership
• Flexible to work additional hours as required to meet operational deadlines.
• Good organisational skills.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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