Job Title: Lead Mechanical Operator
Location: Slough
Salary: From £40,000 - £48,000 (inclusive of shift allowance), depending on experience
- Performance-related company bonus
- Welcome bonus: £2,000
- Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off), 12-hour shifts
- Permanent position
Benefits include:
- On-site gym, private medical insurance, free flu jabs
- Free on-site parking
- Employee shop with monthly allowance
- On-site nurse/osteopath/podiatrist
- Access to fun freebies and development opportunities
We are seeking mechanically inclined individuals with a passion for maintenance, whether in ships, cars, tanks, lifts, generators, or similar industries. Practical mechanical experience is essential.
Requirements:
- Minimum 1 year of experience managing and coordinating operators
- Skilled in diagnosing mechanical issues via troubleshooting
- Proficient in disassembling and reassembling machinery
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Team player capable of collaborating effectively
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead first-line maintenance of production machines
- Identify and repair mechanical breakdowns
- Ensure optimal performance of machinery
- Use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot issues
- Manage a team of operators and temporary staff
- Support operators in daily production tasks
What Mars offers:
- Work with a diverse team guided by The Five Principles
- Purpose-driven company committed to building a better future
- Comprehensive learning and development, including Mars University
- Competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses
About Mars:
- Family-owned, with over $35 billion in global sales
- Produces popular brands like M&M's, Snickers, Twix, and more
- Supports pet health through brands like Pedigree and Royal Canin
- Headquartered in McLean, VA, operating in over 80 countries
- Guided by the Mars Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and provide accommodations for applicants as needed. This job posting is active and not expired.