Night Shift Team Leader

Zest; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Career development

Training opportunities

Night shift

Job summary

Zest in Manchester is seeking a Perm Night Shift Team Leader to oversee overnight maintenance on production lines. You will lead a night crew, carry out planned and reactive maintenance, and ensure safety and efficiency during long night shifts.

The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, an engineering qualification, and the ability to make quick, effective decisions. Offering a competitive salary of £67,000 with benefits and opportunities for career development within a

Qualifications

• NVQ / City & Guilds / HNC or equivalent required.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing (food/FMCG preferred).
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills.
• Ability to work independently and make quick, effective decisions.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on production machinery.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults.
• Ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining high production efficiency.
• Collaborating with the wider engineering team to improve processes.
• Upholding health & safety and food hygiene standards.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

NVQ

City & Guilds

HNC

Job description

Perm Night Shift Team Leader

12 hour nights

£67,000

Manchester

Night shifts aren't for everyone-but neither is sitting in traffic during rush hour! If you're a skilled Engineer who thrives when the rest of the world is sleeping, I have got the role for you.

The Role:

• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on production machinery.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults.
• Ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining high production efficiency.
• Working collaboratively with the wider engineering team to continuously improve processes.
• Upholding health & safety and food hygiene standards at all times.

What We’re Looking For:

• Engineering qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC, or equivalent).
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (preferably food/FMCG).
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills.
• Ability to work independently and make quick, effective decisions.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What's on Offer?

• 67k + benefits
• 12 hour nights shifts
• Career development and training opportunities
• Work within a well-established company