Engineering Team Lead – FMCG Manufacturing (Shift)

Hunter Selection; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Holidays

Pension scheme

Healthcare cashback plan

Employee assistance programme

Discounts platform

Training & qualifications

Career progression

Job summary

Hunter Selection is seeking an Engineering Team Leader for a Bristol-based manufacturing site, overseeing a team of up to five engineers on a 4 on/4 off schedule. You will drive maintenance activities, investigate breakdowns and push continuous improvement to boost site performance.

The role requires strong leadership, an engineering qualification (Level 2+), and documented experience in fast-paced manufacturing. A proactive, safety-conscious mindset is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Engineering qualification (Level 2 or above).
• Previous experience leading, mentoring or supervising engineers.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Positive, proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
• FMCG or fast-paced manufacturing experience highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a team of up to 5 engineers.
• Coordinate and oversee planned preventative maintenance activities.
• Support rapid response to breakdowns and minimise production downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement and root cause analysis activities.
• Ensure engineering standards, safety and compliance are maintained.
• Work closely with the Maintenance & Engineering Manager to improve site performance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Team supervision

Education

Engineering qualification (Level 2+)

Job description

Hunter Selection is seeking an Engineering Team Leader for a Bristol-based manufacturing site, overseeing a team of up to five engineers on a 4 on/4 off schedule. You will drive maintenance activities, investigate breakdowns and push continuous improvement to boost site performance.

The role requires strong leadership, an engineering qualification (Level 2+), and documented experience in fast-paced manufacturing. A proactive, safety-conscious mindset is essential for success.