Engineering Shift Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking an Engineering Shift Manager for their Bradford manufacturing site. This role is crucial for minimizing downtime, improving performance, and managing engineering teams effectively, ensuring smooth operations and a positive work environment. Ideal candidates will have proven engineering qualifications and experience in managing teams in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

15% discount in stores from day one

Additional 10% discount for a friend or family member

Career progression and development opportunities

Subsidised staff canteen

Free parking

Market leading pension and life assurance

Healthcare benefits including Digital GP

Discounts at high street shops and cinemas

Long Service Awards

Optional Payroll charity donations

Enhanced Family/maternity/parental leave

Qualifications

• Qualifications to NVQ level 3 or equivalent in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• Proven track record in an engineering and fault finding role from a FMCG environment.

Responsibilities

• Minimizing machinery downtime through maintenance and swift responses.
• Improving equipment performance without compromising quality.
• Coordinating with maintenance teams for efficient operations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team Management

Analytical Skills

Decision Making

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent in mechanical/electrical engineering

BTEC level 3 in mechanical & electrical/electronic engineering

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Bradford Engineering is committed to providing a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. We value our employees and strive to create a positive work environment.

About the Role

We are looking for an Engineering Shift Manager to join our Manufacturing Operation in Greenside (Bradford). The responsibilities for Engineering Shift Manager (Nights) in this role are critical to ensuring the smooth operation of the manufacturing site.

Responsibilities

• Minimizing Machinery Downtime: The Engineering team plays a crucial role in minimizing machinery downtime. This involves proactive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and swift response to unexpected breakdowns. The team must ensure that equipment is operational to maintain production schedules.
• Improving Performance: The team should continually seek opportunities to enhance equipment performance without compromising product quality. This can involve optimizing processes, implementing upgrades, or using data-driven approaches to identify areas for improvement.
• Engineer Engagement: Keeping the engineering team engaged and motivated is important for productivity and innovation. This might involve fostering a positive work environment, providing training and development opportunities, and recognizing and rewarding achievements.
• Asset Care Programme: Leading and supporting the Morrisons asset care programme is a key responsibility. This program likely includes strategies for maintaining and prolonging the life of assets, reducing maintenance costs, and ensuring the team adheres to best practices.
• Hands-On Approach: Being hands-on in repairing and optimizing equipment assets is crucial. This hands-on involvement from the team leader can set an example for the rest of the team and ensure that issues are addressed promptly.
• Maintenance Coordination: Coordinating maintenance priorities with the Maintenance team is vital for ensuring that maintenance activities are planned and executed efficiently. This coordination helps prevent production disruptions and ensures that resources are allocated effectively.
• Crisis Incident Management: Being prepared to handle crisis incidents, accidents, and near misses is essential for maintaining a safe working environment. This includes conducting investigations and taking appropriate corrective actions.
• Discipline and Grievance: Enforcing discipline and grievance procedures is necessary to maintain order and address any issues that may arise within the team. This ensures that standards are upheld and that any misconduct is appropriately addressed.

Qualifications

• Qualifications to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent, ONC mechanical/electrical engineering, BTEC level 3 in mechanical & electrical/electronic engineering)
• A proven track record in an engineering and fault finding role gained from a FMCG environment (ideally the food industry)
• A proven track record of people management and delivering strong results through a team in a people management role
• A good understanding of HACCP principles and ideally IEE qualification up to 18th edition wiring regulations
• Assertiveness with the ability to make decisions on the spot
• A can do attitude and a strong work ethic

Required Skills

As well as the ability to work at pace, you will also need to have the qualifications and experience listed above.

Preferred Skills

Experience in the food industry is preferred but not mandatory.

Pay range and compensation package

• 15% discount in our stores available from the day you join us
• Additional 10% discount More Card for a friend or family member
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Free parking
• Market leading pension and life assurance
• Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP
• Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
• Long Service Awards
• Optional Payroll charity donations
• Enhanced Family/maternity/parental leave