Mechanical Operator

ZipRecruiter; Southall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Lead Mechanical Operator in Slough. Responsibilities include first line maintenance of production machines, coordinating a team, and diagnosing mechanical breakdowns. The role offers a competitive salary starting from £40,000 and includes performance-related bonuses. This is a permanent position with a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern.

Benefits

Performance related company bonus

Welcome bonus: £2,000

Industry competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience managing and coordinating operators.
• Skilled in diagnosing mechanical issues through systematic troubleshooting.
• A keen eye for detail essential for identifying faults in machinery.

Responsibilities

• Lead first line maintenance of production machines.
• Identify and repair mechanical breakdowns on various machinery.
• Coordinate a small team of operators to achieve line targets.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Team coordination

Attention to detail

Systematic diagnostic techniques

Job description

Overview

Lead Mechanical Operator

Location: Slough

Salary: From £40,000 - £48,000 (inclusive of shift allowance) dependant on experience

Performance related company bonus; Welcome bonus: £2,000

Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off (2 day, 2 nights, 4 off) 12 hour shifts

Permanent

Responsibilities

• Take the lead for first line maintenance of several production machines including operational decisions to achieve targets
• Identify and repair mechanical breakdowns on various machinery
• Accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, or pieces of equipment
• Use diagnostic tools and methods to identify the root causes of problems
• Coordinate a small team of operators and temporary associates to achieve line targets
• Assisting operators with daily productions tasks to ensure line targets are met

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience managing and coordinating operators
• Skilled in diagnosing mechanical issues through systematic troubleshooting techniques
• Proficient in taking apart machinery to understand its components and functionality, as well as reassembling it correctly to ensure optimal operation
• A keen eye for detail essential for identifying faults or inefficiencies in machinery and ensuring precision during assembly and disassembly
• A commitment to ongoing improvement, which may involve suggesting modifications to existing machinery or processes to enhance efficiency, safety, or performance
• Ability to work effectively in teams, sharing insights and collaborating with others to implement improvements and resolve mechanical issues

What you can expect from Mars

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, guided by The Five Principles
• Join a purpose-driven company striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to Mars University
• Industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus

About Mars

Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce well-known brands including M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, 5, SKITTLES, BEN'S ORIGINAL and COCOAVIA. Mars operates in more than 80 countries.