Mechanical Operator Lead

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-paced manufacturing team as a Mechanical Operator Lead in Slough! This permanent role offers hands-on leadership opportunities, competitive salary, and a £2,000 welcome bonus. Ideal for candidates with experience in mechanical systems and a desire to improve production efficiency.

Benefits

£2,000 welcome bonus

Competitive salary + performance-based bonus

Free on-site parking

Subsidised meals

Gym access

Private healthcare

Monthly allowance for employee shop

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience leading or coordinating operators.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Eye for detail and a mindset for improving performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-line maintenance across multiple production machines.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues to keep operations running smoothly.
• Oversee a small team of operators and temporary staff.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Precision in dismantling and reassembling machinery

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Job description

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Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off rotation (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off) – 12-hour shifts

We're hiring a Mechanical Operator Lead to join our fast-paced manufacturing team in Slough!

If you have hands-on experience maintaining mechanical systems—whether in production, automotive, military, or heavy equipment—and enjoy leading teams, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a permanent role with excellent benefits.

What You'll Do:

• Lead front-line maintenance across multiple production machines
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues to keep operations running smoothly
• Oversee a small team of operators and temporary staff to meet production goals
• Support continuous improvement by identifying and fixing inefficiencies
• Provide hands-on guidance to ensure daily output and quality targets are achieved

What We’re Looking For:

• 1+ year of experience leading or coordinating operators
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Precision in dismantling and reassembling machinery
• Eye for detail and a mindset for improving performance
• Team-oriented with a proactive attitude

What You’ll Get:

• £2,000 welcome bonus (paid in your first week!)
• Competitive salary + performance-based bonus
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised meals, gym, and private healthcare
• Monthly allowance for employee shop

This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to join a team where your mechanical expertise and leadership can make a real impact.