Overview
Lead Mechanical Operator – Slough. Salary: From £40,000 - £48,000 (inclusive of shift allowance) dependant on experience. Performance related company bonus. Welcome bonus: £2,000. Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off pattern (2 day, 2 nights, 4 off) 12 hour shifts. Permanent.
Benefits include hot food restaurant, welcome bonus paid in your first week salary, on-site gym, private medical insurance and free flu jabs, free on-site parking, employee shop with monthly allowance, on-site nurse/osteopath/podiatrist.
Mars offers competitive compensation and benefits along with development opportunities. As a Mars Associate you have our ongoing commitment to growth and development as you work across our world-famous brands. The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
Responsibilities
* Take the lead for first line maintenance of several production machines including operational decisions to achieve targets.
* Identify and repair mechanical breakdowns on various machinery.
* Accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, or pieces of equipment.
* Use diagnostic tools and methods to identify the root causes of problems.
* Coordinate a small team of operators and temporary associates to achieve line targets.
* Assist operators with daily production tasks to ensure line targets are met.
What we’re looking for
* Minimum 1 year's experience managing and coordinating operators.
* Skilled in diagnosing mechanical issues through systematic troubleshooting techniques.
* Proficient in taking apart machinery to understand its components and functionality, and reassembling it correctly to ensure optimal operation.
* A keen eye for detail essential for identifying faults or inefficiencies in machinery and ensuring precision during assembly and disassembly.
* A commitment to ongoing improvement, including suggesting modifications to machinery or processes to enhance efficiency, safety, or performance.
* Ability to work effectively in teams, sharing insights and collaborating with others to implement improvements and resolve mechanical issues.
Key responsibilities
* Lead for first line maintenance of several production machines and make operational decisions to achieve targets.
* Identify and repair mechanical breakdowns on various machinery.
* Be accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, or equipment.
* Apply diagnostic tools and methods to identify root causes of problems.
* Coordinate a small team of operators and temporary associates to achieve line targets.
* Assist operators with daily production tasks to ensure line targets are met.
What you can expect from Mars
* Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, guided by The Five Principles.
* Join a purpose-driven company focused on building a better tomorrow.
* Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including Mars University.
* An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
About Mars
Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world's best-loved brands: M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, SKITTLES, BEN'S ORIGINAL, and COCOAVIA. We proudly support half of the world's pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom - guide our 130,000 Associates toward action each day.
We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We're happy to discuss adjustments to support you through the recruitment journey.
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