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At VPK, we are passionate about packaging and proud of our people. We are now looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team at our Selby site. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment and wants to drive real improvements in performance, safety, and reliability.
About the Role
As Engineering Manager, you will take full ownership of the site’s engineering function – leading and developing the team, embedding a preventative and predictive maintenance culture, and delivering continuous improvement across the plant. Working closely with production, quality, and supply chain, you’ll ensure engineering excellence drives performance, productivity and safety.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, mentor, and develop the engineering team to build a high-performance, collaborative culture.
* Drive a proactive maintenance strategy, with a focus on predictive and condition-based monitoring.
* Embed a “zero failure” mindset and data-led decision making across the team.
* Deliver engineering projects from concept to implementation – on time and within budget.
* Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality standards.
* Support cross-site collaboration, sharing best practices across the VPK UK network.
* Manage budgets, resources, and supplier relationships effectively.
* Promote root cause analysis to drive long-term reliability improvements.
What You’ll Bring
* Proven experience in an engineering leadership role within a manufacturing or production environment.
* A relevant engineering qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial); a degree or Master’s is desirable.
* IOSH Managing Safely (NEBOSH desirable); additional qualifications such as Lean Six Sigma, Prince2, or BOAS are a plus.
* Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
* Experience in the corrugated or paper industry is desirable but not essential.
What We Offer
At VPK, we care about our people. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Pension scheme with employer contributions
* Life assurance
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Free onsite parking
* Opportunities for development and progression in a growing international business
Our Values
At VPK, we believe in:
* Ownership – Taking responsibility and daring to innovate.
* Trust – Being open, transparent, and constructively challenging.
* Care – Supporting each other and always doing the right thing.
* Beyond – Going the extra mile and delivering excellence.
Ready to lead the way?
If you’re a hands-on and strategic engineering leader looking to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a business that invests in its people and puts innovation at the heart of everything it does.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Industries
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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