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Natures Aid, part of STADA Group, was established in 1981 and is a leading UK manufacturer of Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements for health food stores, pharmacies, e-commerce, and grocery, with over 200 products across 15 main health categories. We are shaping the future of Natures Aid by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility, and One STADA.
Kirkham, Preston | Site Based | U.K. | Full-time | Permanent
We are currently searching for an Engineering Manager who is eager to grow and help shape the site's Engineering strategy.
In this pivotal role, you will lead the engineering function at our Kirkham site, driving operational excellence and ensuring compliance with global standards. You will oversee capital project delivery, implement engineering best practices, and develop strategies to optimize equipment performance and resource utilization.
As a key member of the site operational leadership team, you will collaborate with global and local stakeholders to align engineering initiatives with business objectives. Your expertise will help shape the future of our engineering capabilities, ensuring safety, efficiency, and innovation across all operations.
How You Will Make an Impact
Lead the development and implementation of engineering processes, KPIs, and strategies to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with global standards.
Oversee the delivery of CAPEX projects, ensuring alignment with business cases, timelines, and budgets while driving innovation and new technologies.
Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring facilities and equipment meet all legal, internal, and best-practice standards.
Implement robust preventative maintenance plans and TPM initiatives to maximize equipment utilization and improve site performance.
* Act as a mentor and leader, developing top technical talent within the engineering team and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
What We Are Looking For
Over five years of experience in an engineering function within the pharmaceutical or comparable industry, with a proven track record in equipment, process, and project engineering.
You bring demonstrated leadership experience, including at least three years in a senior engineering leadership role, with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
In-depth knowledge of GMP, engineering standards, and TPM programs, with a strong ability to deliver safe, compliant, and innovative technical solutions.
You are skilled in CAPEX investment planning, project management methodologies, and IT systems such as SAP and CMMS, with a passion for driving operational efficiency.
Proactive, motivated professional with exceptional communication skills, cultural awareness, and a clear passion for driving change and delivering results.
How we care for you
At Natures Aid, our purpose is “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner.” We prioritize our employees' well-being and offer many benefits:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.
- Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme with 6% employer contribution.
- 23.5 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
- Free fruit on site.
- Health benefits through Medicash Health Cash Plan/Vitality Private Medical Insurance.
- Wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing, offering free coaching and counseling services for you and your family.
- Salary sacrifice Tech-Scheme.
- Enhanced Family Leave.
- And many more employee benefits and celebration events.
STADA Group values diversity and promotes an inclusive culture, welcoming applications regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We believe in leveraging our diversity to foster creativity, innovation, and a respectful working environment. We look forward to your application and welcome candidates without a pharmaceutical background.
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