Shift Manager - Engineering

Morrisons; Northwich; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Discretionary bonus scheme

Staff discount

Job summary

Morrisons is seeking an Engineering Shift Manager to join our manufacturing site, ensuring smooth operation and high equipment availability. You will lead the engineering team, coordinate maintenance and respond quickly to faults to protect production schedules.

You will drive improvements, engage engineers, and uphold safety standards, with a hands-on approach and a focus on efficiency, quality, and cost control across shifts.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• Proven track record in engineering and fault finding in FMCG environments.
• Proven track record of people management delivering strong results through a team.
• Good understanding of HACCP principles and ideally IEE qualification up to 18th edition wiring regulations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Assertiveness with the ability to make decisions on the spot.
• Can-do attitude and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Minimising Machinery Downtime: proactive and swift response to breakdowns to keep production on schedule.
• Improving Performance: optimise processes and equipment to raise efficiency without compromising quality.
• Engineer Engagement: motivate and develop the engineering team and recognise achievement.
• Asset Care Programme: lead maintenance strategies to prolong asset life and reduce costs.
• Hands-On Approach: hands-on involvement in repair and optimisation to set a good example.
• Maintenance Coordination: align maintenance priorities with the Maintenance team to prevent disruptions.
• Crisis Incident Management: handle incidents, investigations and corrective actions.
• Discipline and Grievance: enforce procedures to maintain order and standards.

Skills

People management

Fault finding

Communication

Assertiveness

Can-do attitude

Decision making

Team leadership

Work ethic

Education

NVQ level 3 (or equivalent)

ONC mechanical/electrical engineering

BTEC level 3 in mechanical & electrical/electronic engineering

Job description

We are looking for an Engineering Shift Manager to join us. This role is critical to ensuring the smooth operation of the manufacturing site.

Responsibilities in more detail:

• Minimising Machinery Downtime: The engineering team plays a crucial role in minimising machinery downtime. This involves proactive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and swift response to unexpected breakdowns. The team must ensure that equipment is operational to maintain production schedules.
• Improving Performance: The team should continually seek opportunities to enhance equipment performance without compromising product quality. This can involve optimising processes, implementing upgrades, or using data-driven approaches to identify areas for improvement.
• Engineer Engagement: Keeping the engineering team engaged and motivated is important for productivity and innovation. This might involve fostering a positive work environment, providing training and development opportunities, and recognising and rewarding achievements.
• Asset Care Programme: Leading and supporting the Morrisons asset care programme is a key responsibility. This program likely includes strategies for maintaining and prolonging the life of assets, reducing maintenance costs, and ensuring the team adheres to best practices.
• Hands-On Approach: Being hands-on in repairing and optimising equipment assets is crucial. This hands-on involvement from the team leader can set an example for the rest of the team and ensure that issues are addressed promptly.
• Maintenance Coordination: Coordinating maintenance priorities with the Maintenance team is vital for ensuring that maintenance activities are planned and executed efficiently. This coordination helps prevent production disruptions and ensures that resources are allocated effectively.
• Crisis Incident Management: Being prepared to handle crisis incidents, accidents, and near misses is essential for maintaining a safe working environment. This includes conducting investigations and taking appropriate corrective actions.
• Discipline and Grievance: Enforcing discipline and grievance procedures is necessary to maintain order and address any issues that may arise within the team. This ensures that standards are upheld and that any misconduct is appropriately addressed.

More about our perks

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores from the day you join us
• Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member
• Genuine career progression and development opportunities - read more about our Leadership School here
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Free parking
• Competitive pension and life assurance
• Healthcare / Wellbeing benefits including Aviva Digital GP
• 'MyPerks' with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
• Optional payroll charity donations
• A range of family-friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave

More about you

As well as the ability to work at pace, you will also need to have:

• Qualifications to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent, ONC mechanical/electrical engineering, BTEC level 3 in mechanical & electrical/electronic engineering)
• A proven track record in an engineering and fault finding role gained from a FMCG environment (ideally the food industry)
• A proven track record of people management and delivering strong results through a team in a people management role
• A good understanding of HACCP principles and ideally IEE qualification up to 18th edition wiring regulations
• Excellent communication skills
• Assertiveness with the ability to make decisions on the spot
• A can do attitude and a strong work ethic