About Pets Choice
Pets Choice is in a transformation period, having grown from an SME to a larger-sized business. We are looking to recruit motivated individuals who love challenges, take ownership, and aspire to develop within a fast-growing environment.
Position: Engineering Manager
We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead our Engineering and Maintenance department at our manufacturing sites in Blackburn, UK. Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing, you will be responsible for the following:
1. Lead the Engineering and Maintenance Team at our Blackburn manufacturing sites.
2. Provide key fault finding, code diagnosis, and PLC knowledge skills.
3. Support and lead CAPEX projects.
4. Execute the preventative maintenance strategy.
5. Work with Stores and Procurement for machine parts supply.
6. Minimize machine downtime and drive continuous improvement.
7. Coach, train, and cross-train team members.
8. Perform hands-on maintenance when necessary.
9. Build and maintain relationships with Production.
10. Write technical documents in support of the engineering department.
11. Comply with health, safety, and environmental policies.
Qualifications and Skills Required
Key qualifications and skills for this role include:
* Ability to lead, coach, and train with high energy and team engagement.
* Strong Electrical and Mechanical knowledge on Food processing machinery.
* Excellent process control knowledge and ability to diagnose faults on multiple PLC platforms.
* Engineering apprenticeship and relevant qualifications in Electrical Engineering.
* Proven track record in an Engineering role within an FMCG environment.
* Good understanding of HACCP, COSHH, and GMP principles.
* Communication skills, assertiveness, decision-making skills, and positive attitude.
* Experience with CMMS, Root Cause Analysis, and continuous improvement.
* Passion for quality, best practices, and innovation.
* Working knowledge of internal Health & Safety audits and processes.
* Adaptability to change.
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