At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and motivate a shift engineering team in a dynamic food manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join an established international leader in the food manufacturing industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Be part of a down-to-earth team focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring production continuity and driving engineering excellence.
- Qualifications: Qualified in engineering with leadership experience in fast-paced FMCG environments.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Are you an existing Engineering Shift Manager, Engineering Supervisor or Engineering Team Leader looking for a new challenge with an established and growing food manufacturer? Our client, an international leader in their field, is currently undergoing an exciting period of investment and seeking a proactive Engineering Shift Manager to lead, develop and motivate a shift engineering team made up of an Engineering Team Leader and Multi-skilled Engineers. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will lead from the front, ensuring production continuity and the safe, efficient operation of site assets.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and develop the shift engineering team to maximise OEE and equipment reliability
- Ensure rapid response to breakdowns, minimising downtime and production disruption
- Plan and deliver PPM activities to a high standard
- Work closely with production and technical teams to maintain plant performance and product quality
- Support continuous improvement initiatives alongside asset care and projects teams
- Manage key engineering KPIs including downtime, PPM completion and response times
The ideal candidate:
- Time-served and qualified (minimum Level 3) in a relevant engineering discipline
- Experience in a leadership role such as Engineering Shift Manager, Supervisor or Team Leader
- Background in fast-paced FMCG environments (food, drink, packaging, pharma or similar)
- Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding and repair capability
- Experience using CMMS systems (e.g. Shire, Pirana, Holistic, etc.)
- Strong communicator with a proactive, hands-on leadership style
You will be joining an experienced engineering team, managed by a down to earth, conscientious and professional leadership team within a robust company.
To find out more, please click 'Apply' or contact Oli Edwards on 01780 483 999.
Engineering Shift Manager in Cambridge employer: Zest
Join a leading international food manufacturer that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. As an Engineering Shift Manager, you will benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities while working in a hands-on leadership role that prioritises safety and efficiency. With a commitment to continuous improvement and a supportive management team, this is an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a dynamic environment.
