At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering strategy on site and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Company: Dynamic FMCG manufacturing company focused on innovation and excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Join a collaborative environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading teams and implementing best practices in engineering.
- Qualifications: Degree or HND in engineering, leadership experience, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
This is what you will actually do! You will be responsible for delivering the engineering strategy on site; improving OEE, building a talent pipeline and robust spare and financial management.
You will be required to lead by example in encouraging appropriate behavioural standards in support of the company’s values and culture, coaching employees in the implementation of the Company’s Operational Excellence programme. You will be required to utilise best practice from around the business and outside bodies to influence and implement within the KARA site for continuous improvement purposes.
Collaborate closely with Engineering Leads across the Group to share best practice, drive consistency, and deliver engineering initiatives that support the achievement of the Group’s strategic objectives.
Ideally this is you!
- Ideally educated to Degree or HND level in engineering or related discipline or Engineering Management experience gained in FMCG manufacturing
- Experience of leading and developing shift engineering teams
- Practical experience of automation and/or mechatronics in a manufacturing environment
- Excellent communication skills and able to communicate clear strategies and plans internally and with senior stakeholders across the business
- Attention to detail
- Able to work as an individual but with the leadership skills to manage a wider team
- Highly organised with the ability to show strong project management skills
- To lead by example in encouraging and displaying the company’s values
- Has a curious attitude towards change and improvement, with the ability to take onboard best practice
- Computer literate, with good use of Excel and spreadsheets
- Get up & go, positive, can-do attitude and a moral code to ensure the business 'does the right thing'
- Articulate, professional, with excellent communicative English language skills - as you will liaise directly with our clients and the factory, making time sensitive decisions
Site Engineering Lead in Whitefield employer: Finsbury Food Group
Finsbury Food Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment in Mamhilad where you can thrive as a Reliability Lead. With enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with extensive learning opportunities, we prioritise employee growth and well-being while you contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional gluten-free products.
