Technical Manager (f/m/n)

Mars; Błonie; On-site; PLN 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Private medical care

Employee Assistance Program

Company car or car allowance

Subsidized meals

Personal development plan

Job summary

Mars Petcare Factory in 05-870 Błonie is seeking a Technical Manager to lead Engineering & Maintenance and drive performance. As a member of the Site Leadership Team, you will shape the future of our Petcare factory, guide capital investments, and develop a high-performing technical organization.

The role requires passion for engineering excellence, people development, and continuous improvement. You will own and implement the Maintenance Masterplan, collaborate with regional teams, and

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Food Technology (Master’s preferred).
• Experience in maintenance, reliability, or engineering leadership in manufacturing.
• Experience in highly automated production environments is a strong advantage.
• Strong people leadership skills and experience developing teams.
• Experience in project management and capital investment delivery.
• Fluency in English and Polish (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Ensure high reliability and performance of site assets via maintenance strategies.
• Lead execution of capital projects with local and regional engineering teams.
• Provide technical leadership across the plant (Engineering Operating System processes).
• Build, lead, and support a high-performing technical team.
• Contribute to site strategy as a member of the Site Leadership Team.
• Own and implement the Maintenance Masterplan (including energy).
• Support the Mars Supply Excellence (MSE) with Progressive and Autonomous Maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, legal, and corporate standards while supporting sustainability commitments.

Skills

People leadership

Maintenance leadership

Project management

Maintenance systems

Analytical skills

English and Polish fluency

Education

Engineering degree

Food Technology degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

05-870 Błonie | Petcare Factory

Join our Błonie site at an exciting time of growth and transformation! We are looking for a Technical Manager to lead our Engineering & Maintenance team and play a key role in shaping the future of our Petcare factory. As a member of the Site Leadership Team, you will help drive performance, support upcoming capital investments, and build a strong, high-performing technical organization. If you are passionate about engineering excellence, people development, and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.

• Ensure high reliability and performance of site assets through effective maintenance strategies (preventive, planned, and corrective)
• Lead the execution of small and large capital projects in collaboration with local and regional engineering teams
• Provide technical leadership across the plant, including leading key Engineering Operating System processes (e.g., Asset Health Check)
• Build, lead, and support a high-performing technical team, fostering a culture of High Performance Collaboration (HPC)
• Contribute to site strategy and overall performance as a member of the Site Leadership Team
• Own and implement the Maintenance Masterplan (including energy), aligned with regional and global standards
• Support the implementation of Mars Supply Excellence (MSE), with focus on Progressive and Autonomous Maintenance
• Ensure compliance with environmental, legal, and corporate standards while supporting sustainability commitments

Job Description

Technical Manager (f/m/x)

05-870 Błonie | Petcare Factory

Join our Błonie site at an exciting time of growth and transformation! We are looking for a Technical Manager to lead our Engineering & Maintenance team and play a key role in shaping the future of our Petcare factory. As a member of the Site Leadership Team, you will help drive performance, support upcoming capital investments, and build a strong, high-performing technical organization. If you are passionate about engineering excellence, people development, and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure high reliability and performance of site assets through effective maintenance strategies (preventive, planned, and corrective)
• Lead the execution of small and large capital projects in collaboration with local and regional engineering teams
• Provide technical leadership across the plant, including leading key Engineering Operating System processes (e.g., Asset Health Check)
• Build, lead, and support a high-performing technical team, fostering a culture of High Performance Collaboration (HPC)
• Contribute to site strategy and overall performance as a member of the Site Leadership Team
• Own and implement the Maintenance Masterplan (including energy), aligned with regional and global standards
• Support the implementation of Mars Supply Excellence (MSE), with focus on Progressive and Autonomous Maintenance
• Ensure compliance with environmental, legal, and corporate standards while supporting sustainability commitments

What We Are Looking For

• Degree in Engineering or Food Technology (Master’s preferred)
• Experience in maintenance, reliability, or engineering leadership within a manufacturing environment
• Experience in highly automated production environments will be considered a strong advantage
• Strong people leadership skills with experience supporting and developing teams
• Experience in project management and capital investment delivery
• Solid understanding of maintenance systems and continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of broader supply chain functions (e.g., Quality, HSE, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Fluency in English and Polish (both written and spoken)

What can you expect from Mars?

• Contract of employment.
• Attractive financial conditions with Business Bonus and Christmas Bonus.
• We will also look after your safety and well-being by offering you rich benefits package including life insurance, private medical care, Employee Assistance Program fully covered by Mars, MultiBenefit Program.
• Company car available for both business and personal use, or car allowance.
• Subsidized meals.
• Extra savings scheme to support You in long perspective.
• Support in career building through personalized development plan.
• On-line or On-site shop with attractive discounts on our products that Your family and friend are going to love.
• Possibility to participate in volunteering initiatives during working hours.