Production Shift Manager (Evenings)

Location: Solidcor Manufacturing Facility, Chesterfield (On Site)
Shift: Monday to Friday, 14:30–22:30

IMPACT EVOLVE are proud to be partnering with Solidcor, a high-growth UK fire door manufacturer transforming social housing compliance. With the fastest turnaround in the sector and a rapidly scaling operation, Solidcor is strengthening its leadership on the late shift.

We’re searching for a hands-on Production Shift Manager to lead the evening operation across framing and slabs — driving safety, performance, flow and standards, while maintaining the right WIP levels for a smooth next-day start-up. You’ll manage a small but growing team, build capability, and ensure your shift consistently delivers plan vs. actual.

Key Responsibilities

Safety, Compliance & Housekeeping

• Own H&S performance for the late shift.

• Complete daily safety walks and 5S checks, driving quick corrective actions.

• Maintain a culture of safe, disciplined working across all areas.

People Leadership

• Lead, coach and support operators.

• Manage attendance, performance, timekeeping and training needs.

• Maintain a skills matrix and drive cross-training for resilience.

Shift Performance & Output Delivery

• Deliver the daily plan across framing and slabs with the right WIP for assembly.

• Run Short Interval Control: track performance, manage variances and drive recovery actions.

• Monitor throughput (press, slabs, CNC, frames) and optimise labour utilisation.

Quality & RFT

• Ensure adherence to SWIs, quality standards and specifications.

• Support root-cause analysis for scrap, rework and RFT issues.

• Escalate quality concerns promptly.

Communication & Handover

• Lead structured start- and end-of-shift meetings.

• Communicate priorities, issues and expectations throughout the shift.

• Complete accurate daily handovers to set up the morning shift for success.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and lead improvements in safety, flow, quality and cost.

• Support 5S, SIC discipline, standard work continuity and small improvement projects.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience managing a production shift or team within manufacturing.

• Strong record of delivering output, cost, quality and safety KPIs.

• Confident using data, trackers and systems (ERP/production tracker/Excel).

• Effective people leader who can set pace, hold standards and drive engagement.

• Hands-on, calm and confident on the shop floor.

• Continuous improvement mindset.

Desirable: machining, joinery, CNC, wood products or lean experience.

In Return

Solidcor offer a supportive, fast-paced manufacturing environment with genuine opportunities to grow alongside the business. Benefits include:

• Unlimited annual leave policy

• Private medical cover after 3 months

• Performance-based bonus scheme

• Friday evening food treats on the late shift

• The chance to help shape a scaling operation and influence future ways of working

Recruitment Process

1. Initial Screening Call with IMPACT EVOLVE

2. Video Competency Interview

3. On-Site Interview at Solidcor (including shop-floor walkthrough)

4. Final Conversation with senior leadership

Solidcor and IMPACT EVOLVE are committed to fairness, equity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will provide adjustments as needed throughout the hiring process.