Lead Mechanical Operator

Mars Wrigley Confectionery UK (SLO, WAL, ISB & PAD); Windsor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading confectionery manufacturer in Slough is looking for a Lead Mechanical Operator. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in manufacturing and strong troubleshooting skills. Responsibilities include overseeing machinery maintenance, diagnosing issues, and guiding a small team. Offering a competitive salary between £40,000 and £48,000, along with a welcome bonus and exceptional benefits including private healthcare, annual leave, and career growth opportunities. Join us and shape the future with your skills.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Welcome Bonus

Performance Bonus

Private Healthcare

Generous Pension

Life Assurance

Gym Membership

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in manufacturing.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Detail-oriented approach to machinery maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of production machinery.
• Diagnose and solve mechanical issues.
• Guide a small team to achieve production targets.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Team coordination

Attention to detail

Job description

Lead 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 Mechanical 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 years’ 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.