Engineering Shift Manager - Drive Equipment Performance

Morrisons; Northwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading British food manufacturer is seeking an Engineering Shift Manager for the Manufacturing Operation in Northwich. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include minimizing machinery downtime, improving equipment performance, and engaging the engineering team while upholding safety and quality standards. A strong track record in engineering, along with people management skills, is required. The position offers competitive benefits including discounts, holidays, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Six weeks holiday

15% store discount

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised staff canteen

Free parking

Market leading pension and life assurance

Healthcare benefits

Discounts at high street shops

Qualifications

• Proven track record in engineering and fault finding role in FMCG environment.
• Experience in managing teams to deliver strong results.
• Good understanding of HACCP principles and ideally IEE qualification up to 18th edition.

Responsibilities

• Minimize machinery downtime through proactive maintenance.
• Improve equipment performance while ensuring product quality.
• Engage and motivate the engineering team.
• Lead the asset care program to maintain and prolong asset life.
• Hands-on approach in repairing and optimizing equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance priorities effectively.
• Manage crisis incidents and ensure a safe working environment.
• Enforce discipline and grievance procedures.

Skills

Fault finding

People management

Excellent communication

Decision making

Can do attitude

Work ethic

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

ONC mechanical/electrical engineering

BTEC level 3 in mechanical & electrical/electronic engineering

Job description

A leading British food manufacturer is seeking an Engineering Shift Manager for the Manufacturing Operation in Northwich. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include minimizing machinery downtime, improving equipment performance, and engaging the engineering team while upholding safety and quality standards. A strong track record in engineering, along with people management skills, is required. The position offers competitive benefits including discounts, holidays, and career progression opportunities.