Engineering Supervisor

Recruit4staff; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading North Wales manufacturer is seeking an Engineering Supervisor based in Wrexham. The successful candidate will lead a team of engineers, ensuring operational excellence while promoting safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a progressive company.

Benefits

Private family health insurance

28 days annual leave

Employee discounts platform

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a similar engineering leadership role is essential.
• Hands-on technical ability is essential.
• Experience in lean manufacturing principles is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of shift engineers.
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvement and manage contractors.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Time-served, multi-skilled engineer

Job description

Recruit4staff is proud to be representing their client, a leading North Wales manufacturer, in their search for an Engineering Supervisor to work at their site in Coedpoeth, near Wrexham.

For the successful Engineering Supervisor, our client is offering:

• Salary of £52,288.57 p/a
• Hours of work: Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:00, however, flexibility will be required to the needs of the business.
• Permanent role with a progressive company
• Private family health insurance
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Exclusive access to an employee discounts platform
• Professional development opportunities and qualifications
• A supportive culture with excellent career growth potential

The Role – Engineering Supervisor:

• Lead and develop a team of shift engineers through performance management, mentoring, and appraisals
• Deliver proactive, planned preventative maintenance to ensure equipment meets capacity and efficiency targets
• Provide hands-on support with reactive maintenance when required, minimising machine downtime
• Ensure a safe environment for all staff and visitors to the manufacturing facility
• Drive continuous improvement and implement energy optimisation initiatives
• Manage contractors on-site and ensure effective project delivery
• Support the introduction and commissioning of new equipment as part of innovation and expansion plans
• Oversee team workload and capacity planning to ensure optimal resource allocation
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across departments and communicate effectively to manage expectations
• Maintain audit readiness in partnership with the Technical and QA teams
• Commit to ongoing professional development and support a high-performance team culture

What our client is looking for in an Engineering Supervisor:

• Demonstrable experience in a similar engineering leadership role – ESSENTIAL
• Time-served, multi-skilled engineer with hands-on technical ability – ESSENTIAL
• Strong problem-solving ability with a proactive and solution-focused approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in lean manufacturing principles – DESIRABLE
• Previous experience in food manufacturing – DESIRABLE

For further information about this and other positions, please apply now.
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff (Wrexham) who are operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agencies, employment agency, or employment business.

Recruit4staff is proud to be representing a leading food manufacturer in their search for an Engineering Shift Team Leader to work at their Wrexham site.

Job Role: Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll lead the shift engineering team to maintain production assets, ensure compliance, drive performance, and support site improvements. You’ll be the main point of contact for engineering during your shift.

For the successful Engineering Shift Team Leader, the client is offering:

• Shift: 4 on 4 off (2 days 2 nights)
• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• Permanent Position
• Progression opportunities within a company that has rapid expansion plans
• Free Parking

The role - Engineering Shift Team Leader:

• Lead Engineering shift operations and team performance
• Management maintenance tasks via CMMS
• Ensure GMP, food safety and health & safety compliance
• Train, develop and support shift team members
• Drive continuous improvement and support site projects
• Escalate issues and maintain clear communication across departments

What our client is looking for in an Engineering Shift Team Leader:

• Experience in FMCG Manufacturing setting - ESSENTIAL
• Team leadership or supervisory experience - ESSENTIAL
• Familiar with CMMS and continuous improvement tools - DESIRABLE
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Understanding of effluent and environmental controls

Similar Job Titles: Engineering Supervisor, Shift Maintenance Leader, Multiskilled Engineer Team Leader, Food Manufacturing Engineer

For further information about this and other positions please apply now

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff (Wrexham) Limited who are operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agencies, employment agency or employment business.

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