Print Shift Manager
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£55,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1121 (72% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,000, and ProAmpac is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
Worth checking: this could also be SOC 8160 (Production, factory and assembly supervisors), which is not on the eligible-occupation list. Ask ProAmpac what the duties actually are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing Most likely code | £38,500 | £44,000 | £49,500 | £55,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Competitive salary DOE + site performance bonus
Lead the press. Drive performance. Complete the team.
Why join ProAmpac Lincoln?
There has never been a more exciting time to join ProAmpac Lincoln.
We're investing in our people, strengthening our leadership capability and continuing to drive improvements across our operation. From continuous improvement projects and operational development initiatives to our growing partnership with Lincoln City FC and the newly named ProAmpac Stadium, we're a business with momentum, ambition and big plans for the future.
We're proud of the culture we're building. One where leaders are empowered to make decisions, challenge the status quo, develop their teams and make a genuine impact on site performance.
If you're looking for a role where you can influence change, lead from the front and be part of an exciting chapter in our journey, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary DOE + site performance bonus
- 21 days annual leave
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing, financial and mental health support)
- Free on-site parking and refreshments
- Engagement events, incentives and site activities
- A high-impact leadership role with real autonomy and accountability
- Opportunities to influence site-wide improvements and projects
- Support from an experienced and collaborative leadership team
About ProAmpac Lincoln
At ProAmpac Lincoln, we manufacture high-quality flexible packaging for leading brands across a wide range of industries.
Operating in a fast-paced 24/7 manufacturing environment, we're committed to delivering excellence in safety, quality, service and innovation. Our success is built on great people, strong teamwork and a culture of continuous improvement. As the site continues to evolve, we're investing in our future and creating an environment where ambitious leaders can thrive, develop and make a lasting impact.
The role:
We're looking for an experienced Print Shift Manager to complete our Print leadership team. We already have three strong Print Shift Managers in place and are now searching for the final piece of the puzzle. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established, supportive and high-performing management team while bringing your own experience, ideas and leadership style to the role.
Working closely with fellow Shift Managers and the wider leadership team, you'll play a key role in developing people, improving performance and driving operational excellence across the print department. On nights, you'll also become one of the most senior operational leaders on site, trusted to make decisions, support multiple departments and ensure the operation runs smoothly.
What you'll be doing:
- Taking ownership of shift performance across our flexographic presses
- Leading, coaching and developing print teams to achieve quality, output and efficiency targets
- Driving a right-first-time culture focused on quality, waste reduction and continuous improvement
- Monitoring and improving KPIs including OEE, waste, downtime and labour efficiency
- Ensuring customer specifications, print quality and colour consistency are achieved
- Managing staffing, shift handovers and press resource planning
- Working collaboratively with Engineering, Quality, Planning and Warehouse teams
- Supporting improvement initiatives that enhance performance, efficiency and employee engagement
During night shifts, you'll also:
- Act as the key operational leadership contact across site
- Provide direction, support and decision-making across departments including Print, Warehouse and Conversion
- Ensure health & safety, environmental and quality standards are maintained
- Lead performance management, coaching and development conversations
Shift pattern:
4-week rotating pattern covering days and nights
- Weeks 1 & 2: Days
- Weeks 3 & 4: Nights
- Alternating working pattern of 5 days on followed by 2 days off (with some variation across the cycle)
What we're looking for:
- Experience in a print, packaging or FMCG manufacturing leadership role
- Strong technical knowledge of flexographic printing processes
- Proven ability to drive performance and continuous improvement
- Experience leading teams and developing people
- Confidence to make decisions and take ownership in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Good knowledge of health & safety, quality systems and manufacturing best practice
- IOSH qualification desirable
Who'll succeed in this role?
You'll be a visible leader who enjoys getting the best out of people. You'll be someone who naturally takes ownership, enjoys solving problems, thrives on improving performance and isn't afraid to challenge how things have always been done. But most importantly, you'll want to be part of a business that's moving forward, investing in its future and creating opportunities for people to grow alongside it.
Ready to join the team?
This is more than a Shift Manager role. It's an opportunity to join an established leadership team, take ownership of a critical area of the business and help shape the future of ProAmpac Lincoln.
With exciting developments across the site, a growing profile through our partnership with Lincoln City FC and the ProAmpac Stadium, and a business committed to continuous improvement, there's never been a better time to join us.
Apply today with your CV or employment history and become the final piece of the puzzle.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with ProAmpac, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Production managers and directors in manufacturing (SOC 1121) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~434k in sample- Middle half £41,236–82,680
- Median £56,940
- Going rate £55,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,500–49,500
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. ProAmpac holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1121 going rate of £55,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.