Engineering Project Manager

Oetker Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking an Engineering Project Manager for their Leyland facility. This role involves managing projects to enhance production capabilities and working within a dynamic team to realize the vision of a 'future factory'. The company values quality and innovation in its product offerings and fosters a supportive work environment.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Enhanced Sick Pay and Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Free life assurance

Family-friendly leave policies

Free pizzas

Subsidized on-site restaurant

On-site parking with charging points

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' project management experience in FMCG.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment and site modifications.
• Ability to manage internal and external teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from start to finish with excellent communication.
• Support strategic project organization and delivery.
• Manage capital projects including initiation and budget.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Recognized Project Management Qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Projects

Job description

Engineering Project Manager

Engineering / Projects | Leyland | Full Time | Permanent

Since our beginnings at Dr. Oetker, we have been breaking new ground with pizza, cake, desserts, and digital platforms. Quality and innovation set us apart.

What awaits you? At Dr. Oetker, you can actively shape the future—your own and ours. Join us to be part of something bigger. Don't you?

JOIN THE TASTE.

Do you love pizza and want to be part of the team that makes the UK’s favourite frozen branded pizza? Do you thrive on getting things done and making real change? Then keep reading!

Why join Dr. Oetker?

We invest in our state-of-the-art production facility in Leyland. Our teams contribute to our success, and we pride ourselves on our friendly culture and market-leading products. As a family-owned business, we "Create a taste of home" through quality products and culture.

The Leyland facility is where Chicago Town Pizzas started over 30 years ago. We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our production team and play a key role in making our branded pizzas.

Your Responsibilities

• Be an integral member of the Projects Team, managing projects from start to finish, with excellent communication across all levels.
• Support the organization and delivery of strategic projects.
• Help develop the site and realize the vision of our "future factory".
• Manage capital projects, including initiation, solution development, Capex approval, installation, commissioning, risk assessments, budget management, and subcontractor coordination.

What You Bring

Applicants should have a thorough understanding of the project lifecycle, experience managing internal and external teams, and a background in delivering projects related to manufacturing equipment, site extensions, and modifications within budget and time constraints.

Excellent communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and attention to detail are essential. A minimum of 5 years' project management experience in FMCG, particularly with process/packaging equipment, and proficiency in AutoCAD are required. A recognized project management qualification and familiarity with MS Projects are preferred.

What We Offer

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Enhanced Sick Pay and Pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
• Private medical insurance and free life assurance
• Family-friendly leave policies
• Free pizzas and subsidized on-site restaurant
• Free tea, coffee, fruit, and on-site parking with charging points
• Wi-Fi in canteen, employee referral scheme, forums, suggestion schemes, Cycle to Work, and health checks

If you're intrigued, apply online by clicking "Apply now". For questions, visit our website to learn more about joining our team.

Dr. Oetker is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming everyone regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or identity.

Dr. Oetker UK Ltd.