Engineering Lead, Dairy Plant — Strategy & Operations

Saputo Inc.

Burtersett

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance
Thrive app access
Life assurance
Subsidised staff restaurant
Discounted branded products
My Staff Shop
Free onsite parking
Inclusive working environment
Progression opportunities

Job summary

Saputo Inc. is looking for an Engineering Lead for the Wensleydale Creamery site in Hawes. You will oversee the engineering team ensuring maintenance and safety standards are met, while being part of the Plant Leadership Team.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in FMCG or food manufacturing, a degree or chartered engineer qualification, and strong attention to detail. The role offers a supportive and inclusive work environment along with career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of senior management experience in FMCG or food manufacturing.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety, GMP, and environmental standards.
  • Ability to motivate and engage the engineering team.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the engineering team for the Hawes site.
  • Improve site performance through maintenance planning.
  • Manage the R&M budget and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Senior management experience
Excellent communication
Problem solving techniques
Budgetary control skills
Health & Safety knowledge
Coaching skills
Attention to detail
Dynamic achiever
People management skills
Change management

Education

Degree/Chartered engineer or equivalent
Minimum HND qualified

Tools

CMMS systems
Manufacturing Performance System

Job description

Saputo Inc. is looking for an Engineering Lead for the Wensleydale Creamery site in Hawes. You will oversee the engineering team ensuring maintenance and safety standards are met, while being part of the Plant Leadership Team.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in FMCG or food manufacturing, a degree or chartered engineer qualification, and strong attention to detail. The role offers a supportive and inclusive work environment along with career growth opportunities.

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