Engineering Shift Leader

TieTalent; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 58,630 - 71,659; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23.5 days annual leave entitlement

Company bonus scheme

Enhanced pension contributions

Life Assurance & critical illness cover

Onsite Parking

Discounts platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Lincoln is seeking an Engineering Shift Leader to oversee maintenance operations and drive team performance. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in food manufacturing and relevant engineering qualifications. This full-time role demands strong leadership and technical skills to ensure efficient operations. Join us to contribute to a dynamic and growing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to carry out planned and reactive maintenance.
• Experience in ensuring minimal production disruption.
• Ability to drive team performance and hit targets.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance across the factory.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet safety and quality targets.
• Lead a team of engineers and track Engineering KPIs.

Skills

Experience in food manufacturing

Shift-level supervision

Strong understanding of mechanical systems

Strong understanding of electrical systems

Education

NVQ Level 3 or above in Engineering

Recognised qualification in electrical competence (18th Edition)

HACCP Level 2 qualification (preferred)

Tools

CMMS systems (ideally Shire)

Job description

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Full time

£65,145 per annum

Shift Pattern: 2 days, 2 nights and 4 off

Benefits

• 23.5 days annual leave entitlement
• Company bonus scheme
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Life Assurance & critical illness cover
• Onsite Parking
• Discounts platform
• Long service celebrations
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free fruit & potatoes
• Electric salary sacrifice car scheme
• Flu vaccines
• Refer a friend scheme

The company

From our sites in Lincoln, Scotland and the Southwest, we supply some of the largest retail, wholesale and food manufacturing customers in the UK. Our expertise goes much further than just supply and demand. We offer our customers real innovation, whether developing new potato varieties, packaging solutions or cutting-edge processes. And its not just fresh potatoes. We\'re also continually developing our great range of innovative, ready-to-cook prepared vegetables.

At Branston we thrive to be the best, through our values and invest in our people. This is a fast-paced environment and looking for someone who is adaptable in their approach. We are a profitable business and growing year on year, so this is an exciting time to join.

Role purpose

We are looking for a proactive Engineering Shift Leader with a passion for keeping things running smoothly and driving team performance. If you are a qualified problem-solver who thrives on tackling both planned and reactive maintenance, we want to hear from you!

What you will be doing

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical and mechanical maintenance across the factory.
• Ensure minimal production disruption during servicing and maintenance.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure targets are met on safety, output, quality, efficiency, energy and waste.
• Play an active role in continuous improvements ensuring technological advancements are embraced whilst ensuring the development/implementation of line and machinery improvements.
• Drive a team of engineers, including apprentices, on the shift to ensure targets are hit and job completion is met.
• Understand and report on Engineering KPIs including downtime, labour hours and spend, and ensure that information is delivered to the team.
• Use CMMS systems (ideally Shire) to manage daily work activities.
• Use your knowledge of safety systems to ensure compliance and conduct risk assessments for all tasks.

What we want from you

• Experience in food manufacturing
• NVQ Level 3 or above in an Engineering subject relevant to FMCGs
• Recognised qualification in electrical competence including 18th Edition
• Strong understanding of both mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience in shift-level supervision and team coordination
• Holds a HACCP Level 2 qualification (preferred)
• Knowledge of TPM either through leading projects or working in a TPM environment (preferred)

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet

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