Engineering Shift Team Leader
Salary: £53,345 per annum
Shift Pattern: 2 Days / 2 Nights / 4 Off (Rotating)
A well-established FMCG manufacturing business operating a processing facility near Wrexham is undertaking a major recruitment drive, with over 100 new roles being created next year. As part of this growth, we are seeking an experienced Engineering Shift Team Leader to join the site's engineering function.
This is a key leadership position within a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment, offering the opportunity to lead a skilled engineering team and support critical production operations.
Key Responsibilities For The Engineering Shift Team Leader
Lead the engineering shift team and act as site engineering lead in the absence of the Engineering Manager
Plan, prioritise and allocate engineering work to support production requirements
Oversee planned and reactive maintenance through the CMMS
Drive KPI performance, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
Coach, train, and performance-manage engineers on shift
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, GMP, food safety, environmental, and animal welfare standards
Liaise closely with operations to align engineering support with site needs
Manage contractors, permits to work, and shift resources
Support audits, NCRs, and compliance-related activities
About The Engineering Shift Team Leader
Multi-skilled engineer (60/40 bias either mechanical or electrical)
Level 3 engineering qualification or equivalent
Background in a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing preferred)
Proven leadership or supervisory experience within engineering
Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
Continuous improvement mindset
What's on Offer For The Engineering Shift Team Leader
Competitive salary of £53,345
Rotating shift pattern: 2 days / 2 nights / 4 off
Opportunity to join a growing manufacturing site with long-term career prospects
Stable, supportive working environment
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