Multi Skilled / Lead Engineer (Elec Bias)
Location: Irlam, Manchester
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum
Hours: Monday - Friday (40 hours)
The Opportunity
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Multiskilled Engineer ready to step into (or continue in) a lead role within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment. This is a hands‑on position where you'll take ownership of engineering activities on site, while leading a small team and driving performance across multiple production lines.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support a small team of engineers on shift
* Plan and prioritise maintenance activities in line with production needs
* Work closely with production to maximise uptime and efficiency
* Carry out reactive and planned maintenance across site
* Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults
* Fault‑find and work with PLC systems
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping (5S environment)
* Assess team capability and support ongoing development
* Ensure machinery is fully operational and production‑ready
* Provide engineering support across multiple product lines
What We're Looking For
* Experience in a food manufacturing environment (Essential)
* Strong electrical & mechanical fault‑finding skills
* Experience working with PLCs
* Previous team leadership or supervisory experience
* Proactive, hands‑on approach with strong problem‑solving skills
* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
* Knowledge of lean / 5S principles
What's in it for You
* Salary up to £55,000
* Monday-Friday working pattern
* Clear opportunity to lead and influence a team
* Stable, well‑established manufacturing environment
* Autonomy and ownership in your role
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