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Shift Performance Manager – 6 Month Secondment

Posted: 9th July, 2026
Title: Shift Performance Manager – 6 Month Secondment
Department: Production
Location: Derry

 

Shift Performance Manager – 6 Month Secondment

From our spirited entrepreneurial beginnings to our today’s global leadership position in the healthcare market, Nelipak has enjoyed 70 years of creating, shepherding, and leading the healthcare packaging industry – with plenty of significant milestones along the way. Nelipak Healthcare Packaging has 13 locations worldwide, and over 270 employees in its Derry facility.
We are exceeding industry standards and expectations; we are Quality, we are bespoke packaging solutions, no matter the challenge, and we are always at the forefront of the healthcare packaging industry.

About the job…
Shift Performance Manager – 6 Month Secondment

As a Shift Performance Manager, you will manage the smooth running of Nelipak, Derry Production process, ensuring that all products are produced to the specified specifications with Health & Safety as your first priority.

You will be involved with the planning, coordination and control of all manufacturing processes for your dedicated shifts. You will ensure goods and services are produced efficiently and that the correct amount is produced at the right cost and level of quality. This role is based on a 12/7 shift pattern. Pending a successful 6-month secondment period, there will be an opportunity for the role to be made permanent.

Have You…?

Essential:

  • Degree educated, preferably in a Manufacturing related discipline or equivalent /or Minimum 4 years supervisory/management experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
  • Lean manufacturing knowledge
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Packages
  • Flexibility – shift pattern
  • Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal
  •  SAP knowledge / experience

Desirable:

  •  NEBOSH or equivalent

The Benefits…

  • Quarterly Gainshare bonus (Terms & Conditions apply)
  • Life Assurance
  • Free on-site parking
  • Healthshield Cashback plan
  • Work/Life Balance
  • Wellness Programs
  • E-Learning and Development opportunities
  • Employee Recognition

Why Nelipak?

Working at Nelipak means being part of a community that values innovation, teamwork, and making a difference in healthcare. We offer:

  • A Supportive Environment: A culture of support, teamwork, and mutual respect, where every member is encouraged to contribute.
  • Growth Opportunities: Commitment to your professional development, with opportunities to advance within the company.
  • Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary and an attractive benefits package that reflects your expertise and contribution.
  • Impactful Work: The opportunity to play a crucial role in delivering innovative packaging solutions that truly make a difference in healthcare.

Closing Date

Wednesday 22 July 2026 at 12pm

The above list of job responsibilities is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.

FOR INTERESTED APPLICANTS: 

Nelipak is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer. For additional information on Nelipak Healthcare Packaging, please visit our website on www.nelipak.com. Nelipak Healthcare Packaging is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates irrespective of religion, gender or disability. All applicants will be considered strictly on the basis of merit. We reserve the right to alter the right to essential and desirable criteria subject to number of applications received
For a confidential discussion or to apply for the role, please submit your CV and Cover Letter demonstrating how you meet each of the essential criteria to DerryApplications@nelipak.com. Please note, if you apply for this role, your interest and details will remain confidential. The duties listed for this role are not exclusive or exhaustive, and the job holder shall perform the duties that can reasonably be expected within the scope of the position.

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