Engineering Manager

Cranswick Milling operates from our Fridaythorpe Mill, producing and delivering pig feed to our own farms within our parent company Cranswick plc, a progressive FTSE250 Company. An opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Manager. The role is based at the Fridaythorpe Mill overseeing the Engineering Department to lead the engineering team to minimise downtime, ensure compliance with legislation and quality standards while optimising plant performance. This is a hands‑on role due to the size of the team with a combination of office and shop‑floor working as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Health and safety of equipment and compliance to HSE legislation
• Day‑to‑day running of the Engineering Department including line management of the engineers
• Own the site maintenance strategy to lead PPMs using the CMMS
• Maximise equipment uptime while troubleshooting mechanical and electrical failures
• Involvement in capital project scoping and execution
• Management of the on‑call rota and phone support for the engineers as required
• Maintain spare parts and consumable stocks
• Support other mills and central engineering as required

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical background
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management
• Experience managing contractors
• Problem‑solver with a continuous‑improvement mindset
• Lead, coach and develop staff to ensure capability to deliver current and future business objectives
• Self‑starter with a strong work ethic and a desire to exceed expectations

Benefits

• Competitive salary – dependent on experience
• Company vehicle or travel allowance for site visits
• 24/7 EAP helpline supporting your health and wellbeing
• Enrolment onto our company pension scheme
• Option to join the Cranswick discounted share scheme
• Access to the Cranswick discounts platform
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support
• Opportunities for professional development and progression

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