At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to ensure efficient operation of automated production equipment.
- Company: Join a dynamic company in the fast-paced manufacturing sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on leadership role, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Work 12-hour shifts with a supportive team in a vibrant environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving operational efficiency and leading a motivated team.
- Qualifications: Experience in engineering or maintenance, with strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operational Lead Technician to join a fast-paced automated production line environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for maintaining site equipment, driving operational efficiency, minimising downtime of machines, and supporting the day-to-day running of the operation.
Working closely with the Shift Supervisor and Operations team, the successful candidate will lead a small team of Machine Minders while ensuring equipment reliability, safety compliance, quality standards, and productivity targets are consistently achieved.
Duties of an Operational Lead Technician:
- Ensure the efficient and safe operation of production equipment
- Lead, coach and develop Machine Minders to improve team performance
- Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance to minimise equipment downtime
- Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement to increase efficiency, safety and quality
- Record maintenance activities and downtime accurately using maintenance management systems
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
- Support Shift Supervisors with the planning and running of production operations
- Monitor productivity, quality and performance targets
- Manage labour allocation and support succession planning within the team
What we would like from you:
- Previous experience within an Engineering or Maintenance environment
- Experience working within an automated manufacturing, production, FMCG or industrial setting
- Strong electrical and/or mechanical maintenance background
- Experience leading, motivating and developing teams
- Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices and compliance requirements
- Experience working towards productivity, quality and operational performance targets
Essential Qualifications:
- Electrically OR Mechanically Qualified - NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / ONC or equivalent
- IOSH or equivalent
- HACCP Level 2
Desirable Qualifications:
- Engineering HNC/HND or Degree
- Apprenticeship trained
- NEBOSH qualification
- HACCP Level 3
- Welding and fabrication experience
Engineering Team Leader in Radford employer: Bolt Technical Limited
At Bolt Technical, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a stable and rewarding environment for our Facilities Maintenance Site Engineers in Hoddesdon. Our team enjoys competitive salaries, annual bonuses, and a supportive work culture that fosters professional growth and development, ensuring that every employee has the opportunity to thrive in their career while contributing to a well-maintained and efficient site.
