Engineering Shift Lead — 4 on/4 off | FMCG Maintenance

Elix Sourcing Solutions; Newburgh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Elix Sourcing Solutions is seeking an Engineering Shift Manager in Scotland to lead a small team of engineers on a 4 on 4 off day & nights shift pattern. The role focuses on maintenance planning, improving reliability and CI across a fast-paced manufacturing site.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on maintenance experience in FMCG environments and a formally registered mechanical/electrical apprenticeship, with strong leadership skills to drive progression for engineers.

Qualifications

• Formally qualified apprenticeship in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Experience in food or FMCG manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and team management on shift.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a small shift of engineers on site.
• Plan and manage maintenance schedules and activities.
• Coordinate engineering tasks and respond to breakdowns.
• Support with hands-on maintenance as required.

Skills

Strong leadership qualities

Hands-on maintenance

FMCG experience

Education

Apprenticeship in mechanical/electrical engineering

Job description

Elix Sourcing Solutions is seeking an Engineering Shift Manager in Scotland to lead a small team of engineers on a 4 on 4 off day & nights shift pattern. The role focuses on maintenance planning, improving reliability and CI across a fast-paced manufacturing site.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on maintenance experience in FMCG environments and a formally registered mechanical/electrical apprenticeship, with strong leadership skills to drive progression for engineers.