Job Description
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Operator
Location: Slough
Salary: From £40,000 - £48,000 (inclusive of shift allowance), depending on experience
Performance Bonus: Company bonus related to performance
Welcome Bonus: £2,000
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off), 12-hour shifts
Benefits: Hot food restaurant, welcome bonus paid in your first week, on-site gym, private medical insurance, free flu jabs, free on-site parking, employee shop with monthly allowance, on-site nurse/osteopath/podiatrist
At Mars, we care about the world and your future. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, fun freebies, and development opportunities. As a Mars Associate, your growth and development are our ongoing commitments.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Mars Wrigley factory in Slough. We seek mechanically minded individuals passionate about maintenance, whether in ships, cars, tanks, lifts, generators, or similar industries.
Key Requirements:
* Minimum 1 year of experience managing and coordinating operators
* Skilled in diagnosing mechanical issues through systematic troubleshooting techniques
* Proficient in disassembling machinery to understand components and reassembling for optimal operation
* Attention to detail for fault and inefficiency identification
* Commitment to continuous improvement and safety
* Ability to work effectively in teams
Responsibilities:
* Lead first-line maintenance of production machines and make operational decisions to meet targets
* Identify and repair mechanical breakdowns
* Ensure performance of machines and equipment
* Use diagnostic tools to find root causes of problems
* Coordinate a team of operators and temporary staff to achieve line targets
* Assist operators in daily tasks to meet production goals
What Mars Offers:
* Work with over 130,000 diverse Associates guided by The Five Principles
* Purpose-driven company focused on building a better tomorrow
* Best-in-class learning and development, including Mars University
* Competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses
About Mars: Mars is a family-owned business with over $35 billion in sales, producing beloved brands like M&M's, Snickers, Twix, and others. We also care for pets through our nutrition and health businesses. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in over 80 countries. Our Five Principles—Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom—inspire us daily. We are committed to diversity and inclusion.
We are happy to discuss adjustments to support your recruitment journey.
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