Engineering Shift Manager (Food Manufacturing)

Location: Near Wolverhampton
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off, days only (5am - 5pm)
Industry: Food Manufacturing

Our client, a leading food manufacturing company, is seeking a dedicated Engineering Shift Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled engineering professional with leadership experience to step into a pivotal role, leading and managing a team of engineers to optimize performance and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead and manage a team of engineers, focusing on performance, safety, and operational efficiency.

* Recommend and implement improvement initiatives to enhance team and departmental performance.

* Ensure all documentation and recording systems are accurately maintained on a daily basis.

* Uphold high standards of product and personal safety, complying with HSE and legislative requirements through rigorous risk assessment, control, and HACCP audits.

* Promptly escalate issues through the appropriate channels and communicate findings and actions as needed.

* Conduct root cause analysis on significant lost time events and establish corrective actions with timelines.

* Manage parts and services procurement in a cost-effective manner to meet budget requirements.

* Oversee Legal Compliance checks on-site to ensure all engineering processes meet regulatory standards.

Requirements:

* Apprentice trained/time-served Engineer or NVQ Level 3 equivalent qualification.

* Proven experience in an engineering and fault-finding role within an FMCG environment or similarly fast-paced manufacturing operation.

* Multi-skilled engineering background with a solid foundation in maintenance and troubleshooting.

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and dynamic work environment. If you are an engineering leader with a strong track record in FMCG and a drive for continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you