Our client is a leading manufacturer in the Northamptonshire area.They have a presence in all the leading supermarkets in the UK and are expanding.
Job Role & Key Responsibilities:
As an Engineering Team Leader, your focus will be delivering operational excellence, promoting modern maintenance strategies.
* Lead the delivery of Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Autonomous Maintenance (AM) strategies
* Promote and enforce HSE, food safety, hygiene, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
* Collaborate with production teams to align priorities and achieve equipment performance goals
* Monitor KPIs such as MTBF, unplanned downtime, labour utilisation, and spares inventory compliance
* Drive team performance and skills development through coaching and training
* Lead cross-functional projects focused on continuous improvement and equipment reliability
The ideal candidate will have:
* HND/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent apprenticeship with experience)
* Proven leadership in a high-paced production or manufacturing environment
* Experience managing maintenance teams, budgets, and third-party contractors
* In-depth knowledge of process plant systems, utilities, and infrastructure
* Familiarity with lean maintenance practices including RCA, 5S, CBM, and Kaizen
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable Skills:
* Hands-on experience in a food, beverage, or FMCG manufacturing environment
* Experience with modern digital maintenance systems and CMMS platforms
Benefits include:
* Company bonus scheme
* Product allowance
* 24/7 GP access
* Generous pension & holiday entitlement
If you believe you are a great fit for this role, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now.
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