Shift Engineering Lead - Food Manufacturing

MacGregor Black; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Blackpool is seeking a Shift Engineering Manager to guide their engineering team in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes proactive maintenance, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have an engineering background, strong leadership skills, and experience in manufacturing, particularly within food or FMCG sectors. This position offers ongoing training and the opportunity to shape a winning team culture.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Opportunity to influence safety and performance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading engineering teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Time-served in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, multi-skilled preferred.
• Experience maintaining safety standards and food compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of engineers to deliver maintenance and improvements.
• Manage shift handovers and engineering updates for operational efficiency.
• Drive a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the plant.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Problem Solving

Team Management

Education

IOSH qualification

Tools

Planned maintenance systems

Job description

A leading food manufacturer in Blackpool is seeking a Shift Engineering Manager to guide their engineering team in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes proactive maintenance, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have an engineering background, strong leadership skills, and experience in manufacturing, particularly within food or FMCG sectors. This position offers ongoing training and the opportunity to shape a winning team culture.