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Engineering Team Leader (Ossett), Shrewsbury
Client: Kerry
Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 4
Posted: 24.04.2025
Expiry Date: 08.06.2025
Job Description:
Requisition ID: 55323
Position Type: FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Onsite
About the role
We are currently hiring for an Engineering Team Leader at our Ossett site to lead a team of 3 engineers on shift. This is a hands-on role, managing and participating in all aspects of daily site maintenance, working 12-hour shifts on a rotation of days and nights. Overtime will be available.
What will I be doing?
Leadership:
* Collaborate with Production Team Leads/Managers to deliver high-quality engineering support aligned with operational targets.
* Supervise and coordinate engineering activities supporting manufacturing operations.
* Achieve team KPIs related to equipment performance, reliability, breakdowns, and maintenance completion.
* Coach and develop the engineering team on safety practices and fault diagnosis.
* Plan and allocate team resources efficiently.
* Motivate team members, monitor performance, identify development needs, and implement growth plans.
* Participate in Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including root cause analysis.
* Support other teams/departments as part of the Site Engineering Team.
* Manage non-conformance and corrective actions to ensure compliance.
Hands-on Tasks:
* Address reactive maintenance needs.
* Assist in developing PPM systems and scheduling maintenance activities.
* Ensure compliance with legislation and company procedures.
* Fault diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of machinery.
* Coordinate with production staff to communicate issues.
* Maintain high line availability by minimizing downtime.
* Conduct effective root cause analysis.
* Manage maintenance tools, stores, and equipment.
* Contribute to site continuous improvement efforts.
What do I need to be successful?
We seek candidates with the following competencies and experience:
* Experience in an FMCG environment.
* Apprenticeship in an engineering discipline with relevant qualifications (Electrical Engineering HND/HNC/BTech or equivalent).
* Strong fault-finding skills.
* PLC fault-finding (desirable).
* Previous team leader experience (beneficial but not required).
What will I get in return?
At Kerry Dairy Ireland, we value talented, curious individuals and offer opportunities to make a difference. We foster a collaborative environment focused on innovation and sustainability, aiming to meet global food challenges.
Benefits include:
* 23 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays).
* Matched pension scheme.
* Access to benefits platform with discounts and cashback.
About Kerry
Kerry Dairy Ireland is a leading farm-to-fork dairy business committed to sustainability, innovation, and quality. With over 50 years of experience, we operate multiple facilities across Ireland and the UK, supporting a network of Irish farms with low carbon footprints. We employ over 1,600 professionals worldwide and aim to shape the future of dairy through expertise and responsible practices.
Get in touch today!
We promote an inclusive culture that values diversity and individual perspectives. Our recruitment process is merit-based, and we do not discriminate based on protected characteristics. Beware of scams claiming to represent us; our official communication channels are secure and transparent. We do not accept CVs from unverified recruitment agencies without prior agreement.
Recruiter: #LI-ND1
Posting Type: LI
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