Shift Manager
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Company Description
Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.
Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.
Job Description
Join our newly established Seedcare facility as a Shift Manager and lead the manufacturing operations team in delivering excellence through safe, efficient, and compliant production. You'll drive operational success while developing high-performing teams in this innovative segment of our business, with opportunities to grow your leadership career in a global organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with Syngenta Codes of Practice and UK safety regulations
- Execute production plans through effective resource allocation and prioritization
- Lead operations team in maintenance, housekeeping, and 5S initiatives
- Support the planning and safe execution of high risk maintenance activities
- Develop and maintain team competence and performance
- Drive accurate and timely communication across departments
- Support on-site incident management
- Lead Tier 1 Production meetings and manage escalations
Qualifications
- Experience in chemical plant/process operations
- Proven team leadership experience
- Strong understanding of EHS regulations and practices
- Computer proficiency with manufacturing systems
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies
Additional Information
Site Details
Syngenta's Grangemouth Manufacturing Centre is one of our two award-winning manufacturing sites in the UK. The site was founded in 1919 and today employs nearly 400 skilled people in a variety of roles that include manufacturing, engineering, scientific and production support. Our goal is to operate "safely, reliably and cost effectively" and to help growers protect their crops and increase their yield.
At Syngenta Grangemouth we have four plants dedicated to active ingredient (AI) manufacture, and one formulation and packaging plant. A 5th plant due to open in 2026.
What we offer
- Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
- Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
- We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
- The opportunity to develop and apply your science within the chemical industry.
- A highly collaborative, diverse and friendly work environment.
- Learning culture and wide range of training options.
Syngenta has been ranked as a top 5 employer and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Learn more about our D&I initiatives here: https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion