Mechanical Operator Team Lead

ZipRecruiter; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in consumer goods is seeking a Lead Mechanical Operator in Kingston upon Thames. This role involves leading maintenance for production machines, diagnosing issues, and ensuring optimal operation. Candidates should have experience managing operators and a keen attention to detail. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Performance-related company bonus

Welcome bonus: £2,000

Private medical insurance

On-site Gym

Employee shop with monthly allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 years' experience managing and coordinating operators.
• Skilled in diagnosing mechanical issues through systematic troubleshooting techniques.
• Proficient in taking apart machinery and reassembling it correctly.

Responsibilities

• Lead first line maintenance of several production machines.
• Identify and repair mechanical breakdowns on various machinery.
• Accountable for performance of several machines.

Skills

Diagnosing mechanical issues

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Systematic troubleshooting

Machinery assembly and disassembly

Job description

Overview

• Lead Mechanical Operator – Slough

Details

• 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 pattern (2 day, 2 nights, 4 off) 12 hour shifts
• Permanent

Benefits

• Hot food restaurant
• Welcome bonus paid in your first week salary
• On-site Gym
• Private medical insurance and free flu jabs
• Free on-site parking
• Employee shop with monthly allowance
• On-site nurse/osteopath/podiatrist

About Mars

Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world\'s best-loved brands: M&M\'s, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, 5, SKITTLES, BEN\'S ORIGINAL and COCOAVIA.

Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world\'s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals, BluePearl, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA and Pet Partners. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries.

The Mars Five Principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom - inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum 1 years\' 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 would be your key 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
• Using 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

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

We\'re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We\'re happy to discuss adjustments to support you through the recruitment journey