Engineering Manager

Gap Technical Ltd; Moulton; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Gap Technical Ltd is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the maintenance and engineering function at a busy packaging manufacturing site in Northamptonshire. You will drive equipment reliability, reduce downtime and support continuous improvement across a fast-paced operation.

Working with Production and Operations, you will own maintenance strategies, manage PPM and projects, and develop a high performing team while ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Engineering Manager or similar role in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge.
• Experience leading engineering teams and maintenance strategies.
• Proactive troubleshooting and continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Experience within plastics processing, packaging or high‑volume manufacturing would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the engineering and maintenance team.
• Manage planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.
• Reduce machinery breakdowns and improve equipment reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement, productivity and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Manage engineering projects, contractors, budgets and spare parts.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and engineering procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Production to maximise output and minimise disruption.

Skills

Engineering management

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Maintenance planning

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Engineering Manager

Location: Northamptonshire

Salary: £70,000 per annum

We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to join a packaging manufacturing business based in Northamptonshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven engineering professional to lead a maintenance team, improve equipment reliability and support the ongoing development of site performance.

Working closely with Production and Operations, you will take ownership of engineering activities, minimise downtime and drive continuous improvement across a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the engineering and maintenance team.


• Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.


• Reduce machinery breakdowns and improve equipment reliability.


• Drive continuous improvement, productivity and overall equipment effectiveness.


• Manage engineering projects, contractors, budgets and spare parts.


• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and engineering procedures.


• Work collaboratively with Production to maximise output and minimise disruption.

About You

• Proven experience in an Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager or similar role within manufacturing.


• Strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge.


• Experience leading engineering teams and implementing maintenance strategies.


• A proactive approach to troubleshooting, problem-solving and continuous improvement.


• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.


• Experience within plastics processing, packaging or high-volume manufacturing would be highly advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £70,000 per annum.


• Full-time, permanent position.


• The opportunity to lead and develop an engineering function.


• Scope to influence maintenance strategy, equipment reliability and operational performance.

If you are an experienced engineering leader looking for your next challenge within a manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 20/11/2026

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