Lead Technician

Tayto Group Ltd.; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the snack sector is seeking a Lead Technician to enhance engineering standards and efficiency. This exciting role involves leading a team of mechanical and electrical technicians, ensuring smooth operations during shift changes, and collaborating with production managers to identify maintenance opportunities. With a focus on quality and innovation, you'll have the chance to drive improvements and mentor your team in a dynamic work environment. Join this forward-thinking company and make a significant impact in the food manufacturing industry!

Benefits

Access to training and personal development

All necessary tools provided

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in an engineering environment.
• Recognised engineering qualification in mechanical/electrical.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering tasks with a hands-on approach.
• Create Root Cause Analysis reports for major stoppages.
• Work closely with Area Managers to improve production efficiency.

Skills

Leadership in engineering

Fault-finding abilities

Root Cause Analysis

Mentoring and team engagement

Education

Engineering qualification (mechanical/electrical)

Tools

PLC systems

Computer controlled equipment

Job description

Who we are:

Tayto Group Ltd is a major player in the snack industry, known for producing iconic and flavoursome products. You’ll be familiar with our Golden Wonder, REAL, TAYTO and Mr Porky brands, but we’re also a leading supplier of private label! With a rich heritage spanning decades, we are, and have always been, committed to delivering quality and innovation with every bite!

About the role:

Due to continued growth, we now have a brand new opportunity for a Lead Technician based out of our site in Scunthorpe.

With proven leadership experience in an engineering environment, you have a sound understanding of what is required to guide a team of both mechanical and electrical technicians. You will work closely with production, operations and technical to improve engineering standards and efficiency across the site.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Driving the shift from the front, you will lead by example in this key role, taking an active hands-on approach to all engineering tasks.
2. Take responsibility to ensure smooth handover between shift changes.
3. Work closely with Production Area Managers to identify opportunities for planned maintenance and remedial works.
4. Create detailed Root Cause Analysis reports for all major stoppages to facilitate resolution and prevention.
5. Work closely with Area Managers to identify and address key production issues, developing effective action plans and ensure timely acquisition of critical spares.

A little bit about you:

1. A recognised engineering qualification in either mechanical/electrical or multi-skilled.
2. Previous engineering leadership experience within a food manufacturing facility.
3. Demonstrable experience of carrying out training need assessments and creating personal development plans.
4. Strong understanding of PLC’s and computer controlled equipment.
5. Excellent fault-finding abilities and Root Cause Analysis experience.
6. The ability to engage, mentor and drive an engineering shift team.

What to expect in return:

This role will operate on a 4on 4off shift pattern 06:00-18:00/18:00-06:00 (two days, two nights, four off). We will provide you with all the tools you will require to succeed in this role, alongside access to training and personal development.

If you think this sounds like the next step for you, click apply and our Talent Team will be in touch.

Join us in shaping the future of snack foods and be a part of the Tayto Group Ltd success story!