Based At: Kismet Kebabs, Milton House, Maldon Road, Latchingdon, Essex. CM3 6LF
About Us:
Kismet Kebabs is a leading food manufacturing site specializing in Frozen Kebabs, Chicken Kebabs, and semi-cooked and sliced Kebabs. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, innovation, and excellence. We are currently seeking a dedicated and hardworking individual to join our team.
Job Overview:
As the Engineering Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the engineering function, ensuring the efficient operation of the production facilities. Driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementing best practices to enhance overall equipment effectiveness and reliability. The successful candidate will bring a wealth of engineering expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for driving innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Reduction of maintenance cost by a minimum of 10%-20%
2. Reduction of external maintenance cost by a minimum of 20%
3. Development of preventive maintenance and minimize reactive maintenance
4. Good Engineering Practice (GEP)
5. Safety First approach in all maintenance activities
6. Develop and manage a risk assessment for the site plant and fabrication maintenance
7. Complete RCA for defects, internal and 3rd party non-conformities, or customer complaints when relevant to the machinery and equipment
8. Ensure that SOPs are kept up to date in cooperation with H&S advisor
9. Adhere to the Plant Preventive Maintenance schedule and implement the required checks and maintenance
10. Identify the risks and opportunities for the plant equipment and fabrics and highlight them to the SMT
11. Work closely with the Technical Manager daily & attend regular meetings when required
12. Stay up to date on all training
13. Attend and implement knowledge into all current & future capital projects
14. Ensure that maintenance KPIs are met and report back at the end of the year
15. Attend the weekly management meetings with different line managers across the organization
16. Assist the team when needed in the implementation of BRCGS accreditation
17. Implement measuring equipment calibration, utilities, equipment, and maintenance procedures
18. Develop, maintain, and implement the equipment manual and enhance SOPs accordingly
19. Excellent problem-solving skills in the most effective and efficient manner
20. Develop a clean and well-maintained engineering storage or workshop
21. Develop and maintain machinery and equipment parts requirements
Experience needed:
1. Minimum of 2 years of experience in maintenance management, preferably in Food industry, e.g., manufacturing, etc.
2. Strong knowledge of maintenance processes, systems, and tools
3. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
4. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
5. Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in maintenance operations
6. Ability to develop and manage budgets effectively
How to Apply: Please submit your CV to ehsan@kismetkebabs.co.uk. Include “Maintenance Manager Application – [Your Name]” in the subject line.
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