Job Description:
Lead Mechanical Operator-Mars Snacking
Slough
£40,000- £48,000 (including shift allowance, DOE)
+ Welcome bonus £2,000, Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits
Why Join Us?
We care about the world and your future.
Mars
offers competitive compensation and benefits along with some great perks, like fun freebies and best-in-class development. As a
Mars Associate, you have our ongoing commitment to your growth and development as you work across our world-famous brands. The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join
the Mars Wrigley factory in Slough. We are seeking
Mechanical minded individuals
who hold a passion for maintenance. Whether your experience is maintenance of ships, cars, tanks, lifts, generators, or similar mechanical industries. Your practical mechanical experience is key
Hours (12-hour shifts):
4 on 4 off pattern - 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off
⭐ What's in it for you?
Competitive salary
£40,000-£48,000
(including shift allowance, DOE)
Welcome bonus
paid in your first week salary
Hot food
restaurant on site
Career growth
opportunities with structured development & Mars University
Private healthcare
+
equal parental leave
Onsite
nurse/osteopath/podiatrist
Generous pension
(up to 9% contribution)
Life assurance
(4x salary)
EV salary sacrifice scheme
Gym membership
& wellbeing support
Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service
Free
parking on site:
✅ What We're Looking For
Manufacturing experience : Minimum 1 year managing and coordinating operators
Diagnosing
mechanical issues through systematic troubleshooting techniques.
Proficient
in taking apart machinery to understand its components and functionality, as well as reassembling it correctly to ensure optimal operation.
Keen eye for detail, which is essential for identifying faults or inefficiencies in machinery and ensuring precision during assembly and disassembly.
Commitment to ongoing improvement, which may involve suggesting modifications to existing machinery or processes to enhance efficiency, safety, or performance.
Ability to work effectively in teams,
sharing insights and collaborating with others to implement improvements and resolve mechanical issues.
Key Responsibilities
Take the lead
for first line maintenance of several production machines including operational decisions to achieve targets
Identify and repair
mechanical breakdowns on various machinery.
Accountable for the performance
of several machines, processes, or pieces of equipment.
Using diagnostic tools
and methods to identify the root causes of problems.
Coordinate a small team
of operators and temporary associates to achieve line targets.
Assisting operators
with daily productions tasks to ensure line targets are met.
What You Can Expect from Mars
Work alongside
130,000+ Associates worldwide
guided by our Five Principles
Be part of a
purpose-driven company
shaping "the world we want tomorrow
Access
world-class training & development
from day one
Join a company with an
industry-leading salary and benefits package