At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of engineers while ensuring smooth production in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Established FMCG food manufacturer with a focus on engineering excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, stable long-term role, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive culture with clear responsibilities and ownership on shift.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading a skilled team in a dynamic production setting.
- Qualifications: Proven line management experience and strong fault-finding skills in engineering.
We’re supporting a well‑established FMCG food manufacturer in the appointment of a Lead Engineer to support a 24/7 production environment following recent internal progression. This is a true working Lead Engineer role - around 70% hands‑on engineering and 30% people leadership - with direct line management responsibility for a small team of engineers on shift. You’ll be the senior engineering presence on shift, responsible for keeping production running safely and efficiently while leading, supporting, and managing your team.
Key Responsibilities
- Line management of a small team of multi‑skilled engineers on shift
- Allocation and prioritisation of engineering work during production
- Hands‑on reactive maintenance and breakdown fault‑finding
- Delivery and coordination of planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
- Coaching, mentoring, and day‑to‑day management of engineers
- Liaison with production to minimise downtime and support output
- Ownership of shift handovers and engineering communication
- Ensuring health & safety and food hygiene standards are maintained
What We’re Looking For
- Proven line management experience within engineering (this is essential)
- Background in FMCG food manufacturing or similarly fast‑paced environments
- Strong hands‑on electrical and mechanical fault‑finding capability
- Experience working 24/7 shift patterns (days & nights)
- Comfortable leading engineers while remaining technically hands‑on
- Calm, decision‑focused mindset in breakdown and time‑critical situations
What’s on Offer
- Permanent, long‑term role within a stable FMCG business
- Clear responsibility and ownership on shift
- Competitive salary aligned to experience
- Opportunity to work in a business that values strong frontline engineering leadership
Lead Engineer in Leigh employer: Chroma Recruitment Ltd
Chroma Recruitment Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the Energy & Renewables sector. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact in sustainable engineering. Located in Alfreton, Derbyshire, the company provides a supportive environment where team members can thrive and develop their skills.
