Production Shift Controller

Part of the Culina Group, IPS is the UK market leader in Contract Packing solutions. IPS provides the most extensive pool of Contract Packing equipment and expertise available in the UK. IPS continues to grow and is now widely integrated and embedded within operations right across the Culina Group network. We are looking for a Production Line Supervisor to join IPS at our Saint Helens site, supporting co-packing and manufacturing operations for some of the UK’s leading retailers and FMCG organisations. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a modern, fast-paced operation where you will play a key role in leading teams, driving performance, and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity are maintained across the site. As a key link between production teams and site management, you will help ensure operations run smoothly, production targets are achieved, and all health, safety, and quality standards are consistently met. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with previous supervisory experience who enjoys motivating teams and improving performance in a manufacturing environment. This role is a permanent role working Monday to Friday operating on a rotating 3-shift pattern covering 6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm, and 10pm–6am. What You’ll Be Doing Lead, manage, and support a team of Production Line Leaders and Operatives across shifts, ensuring colleagues are trained, scheduled effectively, and performing to a high standard. Motivate and engage teams to consistently achieve hourly and daily production targets in a fast-paced environment. Monitor product quality to ensure all finished goods meet client, company, and industry specifications, identifying and escalating any issues where necessary. Maximise production efficiency to ensure operational plans are delivered on an hourly and daily basis. Use integrated management systems accurately to support the smooth running of the operation. Promote and uphold best practice across health, safety, and quality