Mechanical Operator Team Lead

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

Job summary

A leading global food manufacturer is seeking a Lead Mechanical Operator for their Slough facility. In this role, you will manage the first line maintenance and repair of production machinery, ensuring operational targets are met. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience and strong troubleshooting skills. The position offers a competitive salary starting at £40,000 along with a £2,000 welcome bonus and performance-related company bonuses.

Benefits

Welcome bonus: £2,000

Performance-related company bonus

Industry competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Diagnosing mechanical issues

Team coordination

Attention to detail

Systematic troubleshooting

Continuous improvement suggestions

Job description

Overview

Lead Mechanical Operator position based in Slough. Mars offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a welcome bonus and a performance related company bonus.

• 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

What are we looking for?

• 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, including 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 production 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, aiming to build the world we want tomorrow, today
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to Mars University
• An 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 brands including M&M\'s, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, SKITTLES, BEN\'S ORIGINAL and COCOAVIA
• Alongside consumer brands, we support pet care through nutrition, health and services businesses; Mars operates in more than 80 countries
• The Mars Five Principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom

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