Senior Mechanical Operator

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

Job summary

A global confectionery company in Slough is seeking a Lead Mechanical Operator to oversee maintenance of production machines. The role involves coordinating a team, diagnosing mechanical issues, and ensuring efficiency. Applicants should have at least 1 year of experience in a similar role, with strong skills in troubleshooting and teamwork. The position offers a competitive salary and a structured benefits package, including bonuses and a welcome bonus.

Benefits

On-site Gym

Private medical insurance

Free flu jabs

Free on-site parking

Employee shop with monthly allowance

Hot food restaurant

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience managing and coordinating operators.
• Skilled in diagnosing mechanical issues through systematic troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to work effectively in teams, sharing insights and collaborating to implement improvements.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead for first line maintenance of several production machines.
• Identify and repair mechanical breakdowns on various machinery.
• Coordinate a small team of operators and temporary associates to achieve line targets.

Skills

Diagnosing mechanical issues

Taking apart machinery

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Lead Mechanical Operator – Slough

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

Performance related company bonus

Welcome bonus: £2,000

Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off) with 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

We care about the world and your future. Mars offers competitive compensation and benefits along with some great perks, like fun freebies and best-in-class development. As a Mars Associate, you have our ongoing commitment to your growth and development as you work across our world-famous brands.

The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

What we are looking for

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Mars Wrigley factory in Slough. We are seeking mechanical minded individuals who hold a passion for maintenance. Our focus is on practical mechanical experience across various mechanical industries.

Qualifications

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

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 root causes of problems
• Coordinate a small team of operators and temporary associates to achieve line targets
• Assist operators with daily production tasks to ensure line targets are met

About Mars

Join a purpose driven company, where we strive to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Mars is a family-owned business with a wide portfolio of brands and global operations. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

What you can expect

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to Mars University
• Industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus

Note

We are happy to discuss adjustments to support you through the recruitment journey