Engineering Manager- FMCG in Middlesbrough

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Manager to lead one of our clients engineering teams in delivering innovative solutions across multiple disciplines. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities combined with extensive technical expertise in systems engineering, design, and product development. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee complex projects, optimise processes, and drive continuous improvement within a dynamic organisation. A solid background in electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering is essential for success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate all team members and ensure they are supported and work in partnership to deliver engineering KPIs that contribute to business KPIs.
• Aid in the recruitment, retention and staff development processes to ensure the engineering team has the correct resources at all times.
• Prioritise and manage the engineering workload/activities for the site and delegate duties to subordinates for best efficiency.
• Ensure all plant, equipment and systems are maintained with suitable and sufficient protection as defined by legislation.
• Detect and rectify any issues in a timely manner, which affects the performance/safety of plant or equipment.
• Develop and deliver a cost-effective engineering stores system.
• Champion industry best practices and promote the introduction of new technologies, where applicable.
• Ensure food safety legislation and guidelines as well as company policies are adhered to.
• Adhere to and promote best practice in accordance with company health, safety and quality regulations.
• Ensure GMP (good manufacturing practices) and housekeeping (clean as you go) are strictly adhered to.
• Control and minimise waste and play an active part in continuous improvement.
• Ensure all completed work is safe and hygienic and complies with FSA and health and safety legislation.
• Ensure all work carried out complies with relevant health and safety standards.
• Have a duty of care to yourself and others.
• Ensure all necessary daily records and paperwork is completed in a timely manner as required by the company.
• Liaise with Senior Management Teams with any reasonable requests.
• Drive own personal development through training and work-based experience.
• Undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time, that reasonably fall within the scope and grade of the post.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance systems and inspections.
• Develop and implement Health and safety risk assessments for Engineering activities in conjunction with the HS Officer.
• Be a member of sites Food Safety, HACCP, TACCP and VACCP team.
• Be accountable for ensuring all machinery and plant is working to optimum speed all of the time, with minimal disruption to production.
• Responsible for all H&S.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• On-call duties to resolve any issues out of hours.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Driven and motivated.
• Positive attitude to work colleagues.
• Relevant qualification in mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Extensive practical knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering 16th/17th Edition.
• Excellent listening, communicating, negotiating and influencing skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent organisation skills.
• Numerate and literate.
• Excellent project management and planning skills.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret information to build intelligent sales strategies.
• Proactive and highly organised with strong time management skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.

This is a Monday to Friday working hours position - leading a team of 4 engineers, from 7.15am till 4.45pm.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: Employee discount, On-site parking

Work Location: In person