Engineering Shift Manager

Job Title: Engineering Shift Manager

Salary: £53,000 - £56,000 + contributory pension

Location: Leeds

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Engineering Shift Manager to join a leading food manufacturing business on a permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead and manage engineering teams of 10-15 engineers across 2 manufacturing sites
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• Work closely with the Head of Engineering and senior leadership team to minimise plant downtime
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• Ensure all preventative maintenance activities are completed effectively to avoid production disruption
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• Carry out and support both electrical and mechanical reactive and proactive maintenance
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• Investigate machinery breakdowns and equipment failures to establish root causes
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• Action repairs efficiently and accurately record all maintenance activities to identify recurring faults
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• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on plant productivity and efficiency
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• Ensure engineering stores, spare parts, materials, and equipment are available when required
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• Collaborate with production and operations teams to support manufacturing performance
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• Maintain high standards of health, safety, food safety, and engineering compliance
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• Drive engineering best practice across both manufacturing sites
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Skills & Experience Required

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• Proven leadership experience within an engineering or maintenance management role
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• Strong electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge within manufacturing or FMCG
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• Experience managing engineering teams within fast-paced production environments
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• Excellent fault-finding and root cause analysis skills
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• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage engineering activity across multiple sites
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• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate engineering teams
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• Experience delivering preventative maintenance strategies and reducing downtime
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• Knowledge of food manufacturing standards including HACCP, COSHH, and GMP
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• Proactive approach to continuous improvement and operational excellence
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Essential Qualifications

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• Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent engineering qualification
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• BTEC / ONC / HNC / HND in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
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• Relevant engineering leadership or supervisory experience
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Role Details

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• A Highly Competitive salary
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• Growing FMCG company
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• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
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• Good Pension scheme
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• Career progression opportunities
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How to Apply

Please submit your CV along with your availability.

For more information, please contact:

Charlie Boulton

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• 01453 852544
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