Are you an existing Engineering Shift Manager, Engineering Supervisor or Engineering Team Leader looking for a new challenge with an established and growing food manufacturer?
Our client, an international leader in their field. They’re currently undergoing an exciting period of investment and seeking a proactive Engineering Shift Manager to lead, develop and motivate a shift engineering team made up of an Engineering Team Leader and Multi-skilled Engineers.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you will lead from the front, ensuring production continuity and the safe, efficient operation of site assets.
Key responsibilities:
• Lead and develop the shift engineering team to maximise OEE and equipment reliability
• Ensure rapid response to breakdowns, minimising downtime and production disruption
• Plan and deliver PPM activities to a high standard
• Work closely with production and technical teams to maintain plant performance and product quality
• Support continuous improvement initiatives alongside asset care and projects teams
• Manage key engineering KPIs including downtime, PPM completion and response times
The ideal candidate:
• Time-served and qualified (minimum Level 3) in a relevant engineering discipline
• Experience in a leadership role such as Engineering Shift Manager, Supervisor or Team Leader
• Background in fast-paced FMCG environments (food, drink, packaging, pharma or similar)
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding and repair capability
• Experience using CMMS systems (e.g. Shire, Pirana, Holistic, etc.)
• Strong communicator with a proactive, hands-on leadership style
You will be joining an experienced engineering team, managed by a down to earth, conscientious and professional leadership team within a robust company.
To find out more, please click ‘Apply’ or contact Oli Edwards on 01780 483 999 / oje@zestfoodjobs.co.uk
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