Engineering Lead - Manufacturing Plant (6-Month Contract)

Talentmark; Chirk; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentmark is recruiting an Engineering Lead for a leading global food brand on a 6-month contract basis. The role is site-based in Chirk, Wrexham, overseeing all engineering operations and driving lean maintenance strategies across the manufacturing plant.

The ideal candidate has extensive engineering leadership experience in manufacturing, a track record of implementing lean techniques, and strong health and safety knowledge. DBS check may be required.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in an engineering leadership role within a manufacturing or process plant environment.
• Experience transitioning maintenance strategies from reactive to preventative/predictive models.
• Proven track record implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams in a 24/7 operational environment.
• Solid understanding of health and safety legislation and regulatory compliance in manufacturing.
• Lean Six Sigma certification would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all engineering operations within the manufacturing process plant.
• Manage resource planning, shift coverage, and skills development for optimal team capability.
• Lead, coach, and develop engineers, technicians, and maintenance professionals across disciplines.
• Lead the implementation of lean tools and methodologies including 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, SMED, TPM, and RCA.
• Establish preventative maintenance schedules for critical assets based on manufacturer recommendations and data.
• Own the plant's asset management strategy for long-term reliability and lifecycle cost optimisation.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Lean manufacturing

Team leadership

Preventative maintenance

Health and safety compliance

Education

Lean Six Sigma certification

Job description

Talentmark is recruiting an Engineering Lead for a leading global food brand on a 6-month contract basis. The role is site-based in Chirk, Wrexham, overseeing all engineering operations and driving lean maintenance strategies across the manufacturing plant.

The ideal candidate has extensive engineering leadership experience in manufacturing, a track record of implementing lean techniques, and strong health and safety knowledge. DBS check may be required.