We are seeking is seeking an experienced and motivated Engineering Team Leader to join engineering department in a thriving and growing food manufacturing site Tewkesbury. This role will provide on-the-floor support to our Engineers, ensuring the smooth running of production and distribution operations across our busy site.
Days worked: Week 1: Mon-Sat 06:00-14:00 (6 shifts), Week 2: Mon-Fri 13:45-21:45 (5 shifts)
Start Times: 06:00 onwards, with finish times based on production demands
Pay: 20.51 - 21.51, plus OT of 1.25 x hourly rate after 40 hrs
The Role - Key Responsibilities
* Support the Engineering Manager in delivering departmental goals
* Supervise, train and mentor Engineers, utilising team skills effectively
* Coordinate and deliver planned preventative maintenance schedules
* Repair and test electrical and mechanical plant equipment
* Lead effective fault finding and resolution for high-speed automated machinery
* Assist with departmental paperwork, records and compliance requirements
* Mentor Apprenticeship candidates as appropriate
* Deputise for the Engineering Manager and cover for Engineers when required
* Participate in equipment breakdown call-out rota
About You - Skills & Experience
* Minimum of an electrical-based apprenticeship qualification - essential
* Experience of high-speed machinery in FMCG or a similar production environment - essential
* Strong electrical fault-finding skills - essential
* Experience working with automated machinery - essential
* Previous supervisory or people management experience - essential
* Self-motivated with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
* Strong communication skills and ability to foster good working relationships
* Flexible approach to shifts and deadlines, delivering a high standard of work
Rewards & Benefits
* Competitive salary with opportunities for development
* Company pension scheme
* Health and wellbeing support through Simply Health
* Discounted products & doorstep delivery
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