Shift Team Leader - Engineering
Salary - £(phone number removed)
Shift Pattern - 07.00-19.00/19.00-07.00 - Working Days: 4on 4off rotating shifts AM/PM
Are you an experienced engineering leader looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Shift Team Leader to drive operational excellence, lead a skilled team, and support engineering improvements within a dynamic production facility.
Key Responsibilities:
✅ Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers to ensure smooth operations
✅ Oversee contractors and maintenance suppliers, ensuring high performance standards
✅ Mentor apprentices and support their development
✅ Implement and drive the Maintenance Excellence Roadmap for continuous improvement
✅ Plan resources effectively to ensure adherence to maintenance schedules and plant cover
✅ Analyze CMMS data to enhance forward planning and identify equipment improvement opportunities
✅ Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and problem-solving using 5 Whys techniques
✅ Support and drive Reliability-Centred Maintenance (RCM) / FMECA initiatives
✅ Collaborate with specialist machinery manufacturers and suppliers to drive standardization and cost-efficiency
✅ Manage the engineering function over weekends, including coordination with contractors for planned works
What We're Looking For:
✔ Previous experience in an FMCG food manufacturing environment
✔ Proven leadership and team management experience (supervising up to 6 people)
✔ A background in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, with an Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification
✔ Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and engage a team
✔ Ability to prioritize workloads and work effectively under pressure
✔ A solid understanding of Health & Safety standards
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of engineering operations within a fast-moving production facility, making a real impact on efficiency and reliability. If you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, apply today