A leading food manufacturer in Leicester is looking for an experienced Maintenance Manager to join their production facility in Loughborough. You will be responsible for overseeing a team of 6 shift engineers and one apprentice. Reporting into the lead of engineering, you will be part of this thriving and growing business.
Utilising your knowledge and expertise from an engineering background to manage and develop the maintenance team, you will work closely with the Head of Engineering and other Operations Managers in the leadership team.
The company has a long history in the area, opening a new site in 2025 with significant investment going back into the business; this is an excellent time to join.
Key responsibilities of Maintenance Manager:
* Manage and assist team to work towards maximum plant and equipment efficiency
* Ensure H&S policies are followed, and H&S is always a high priority to the team
* Ensure planned engineering tasks are delivered on time and in full
* Manage the Asset Care programme to ensure it meets business needs
* Be aware of, and provide information on new technologies that could be introduced
* Work closely with other departments to achieve daily production targets
* Drive and contribute to cost reduction initiatives to drive efficiency and process improvements
Experience and skills required of Maintenance Manager:
* Apprenticeship trained, multi-skilled experience required, ideally electrically biased
* Qualified maintenance engineer with C&G’s, NVQ Level 3 or ideally ONC / HNC level
* Previous experience as a maintenance manager in either food manufacturing or FMCG is essential
* Proven track record of training and development of individuals and teams
* Proactive attitude to solving issues and supporting production
Benefits of this Maintenance Manager's Role:
* Basic salary of £62,000
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
* Company pension scheme
* Monthly and yearly employee recognition scheme
If you feel this Maintenance Manager's role is right for you, please contact Sarah Armstrong at Maintech Recruitment on (phone number removed) or Click apply. Connect on LinkedIn: Sarah Armstrong Maintech Recruitment – Engineering Great Careers!
Maintech Recruitment is an equal opportunities agency and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. If you need any additional assistance with applying for this role, please contact the team.
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