In this role you will provide an engineering support service to the Manufacturing and Packaging departments through effective supervision of a Production Engineering team.
You will ensure that production machinery is fit for purpose and performing at the required standard to deliver the production plan.
Scope of the Role
- Ensure that engineering parts, materials and consumables inventory is maintained.
- Source and procure the aforementioned items as required.
- Set direction to the production support engineering team: set long‑ and short‑term priorities, allocate resources and ensure continuity through effective handovers.
- Liaise with external departments to understand customer requirements and establish priorities.
- Provide communication with and feedback to external departments.
- Line manage the Production Support Engineers, motivate and facilitate team members to constantly strive for improvement.
- Undertake other reasonable duties as may be required from time to time to support the Perrigo business.
Experience Required
Must Haves:
- Ability to handle any work‑related pressure situations whilst remaining calm and approachable.
- Able to interpret business priorities and translate them into priorities for self and others.
- Positive and flexible attitude towards own department and customers.
- Aptitude to accept change culture.
- Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship plus 2 years post‑qualification experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
- NVQ II in Mechanical Engineering (preferably with Electrical Module).
Preferred:
- Good working knowledge of engineering related safety legislation (e.g., PUWER).
- Experience/knowledge of maintenance philosophies such as PPM, TPM.
- Continuous improvement / lean manufacturing experience.
- Knowledge of cGMP practices relating to Engineering.
- NVQ III Supervision.
Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law.
Engineering Team Leader in North Tawton employer: Perrigo
Perrigo is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant city of London, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. As a leader in regulatory affairs, you will have the opportunity to drive impactful change while working alongside talented professionals in Quality, Safety, Supply Chain, and R&D. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, Perrigo provides ample opportunities for career advancement and the chance to contribute to ongoing consumer safety and product excellence.
