Lead Mechanical Operator

Mars; Chilworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A global snacks manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Operator in Chilworth, UK. This role involves overseeing machinery maintenance and leading a small team to ensure production targets are met. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in manufacturing with strong troubleshooting skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of exceptional benefits, including career growth opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Welcome Bonus

Performance Bonus

Private Healthcare

Gym Membership

Generous Pension

Annual Leave

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in manufacturing and team coordination.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Detail-oriented approach to machinery maintenance.
• Commitment to teamwork and ongoing improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of production machinery.
• Tackle mechanical issues with precision and expertise.
• Guide a small team to achieve production targets.
• Drive continuous improvement in our processes.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Team coordination

Detail-oriented

Job description

Job Description: Mechanical Operator

Mars Snacking | Slough 📍

Shape the Future with Mars! 🌍

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Mars Wrigley factory in Slough. We are seeking mechanically‑minded individuals who hold a passion for maintenance. Whether your experience is maintenance of ships, cars, tanks, lifts, generators, or similar mechanical industries, your practical mechanical experience is key to success.

What You’ll Do 🔧

• Lead & Inspire: Oversee maintenance and repair of production machinery
• Diagnose & Solve: Tackle mechanical issues with precision and expertise
• Collaborate: Guide a small team to achieve production targets
• Innovate: Drive continuous improvement in our processes

What We’re Looking For ✅

• At least 1 year of experience in manufacturing and team coordination
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Detail‑oriented approach to machinery maintenance
• Commitment to teamwork and ongoing improvement

Your Mars Benefits ⭐

• Competitive Salary: £40,000‑£48,000 (including shift allowance)
• Welcome Bonus: £2,000 paid in your first week
• Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits
• Career Growth: Structured development & Mars University
• Private Healthcare & Equal Parental Leave
• Onsite Nurse, Osteopath, Podiatrist
• Hot Food Restaurant & Free Parking
• Generous Pension (up to 9%)
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Gym Membership & Wellbeing Support
• Annual Leave: 24 days, rising to 32 with service

Shift Pattern ⏱️

• 12‑hour shifts, 4 days on / 4 days off (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off)

What can you expect from Mars? 🚀

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose‑driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best‑in‑class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in‑house Mars University.
• An industry‑competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Ready to make an impact?

Join Mars and build your future with us.

Mars. Tomorrow starts today.