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Engineering Shift Manager
Manchester
Up to £60,000 + Pension & Benefits
We’re looking for an Engineering Shift Manager to help lead the maintenance team at a busy, high-volume food manufacturing site. Part of a major food business, the site is undergoing a period of significant investment, and you’ll be playing a key part in coordinating engineering activities and ensuring the plant runs reliably and efficiently.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll remain ‘hands-on’ while leading a small shift maintenance team. You’ll be given the opportunity to develop your team, be involved in projects, and focus on improving plant performance. Key responsibilities include:
* Working closely with Production Managers to identify and resolve issues to minimise downtime.
* Supporting engineers in your team, proving guidance and advice while looking for any potential training needs.
* Setting workloads and priorities while on shift and maintaining accurate records on the site’s CMMS.
* Ensuring a focus on continuous improvement, addressing recurring issues and looking for new, more effective ways of working.
Shift Pattern: 4 on/off (2 days/nights)
About You:
This role would suit somebody with experience of leading a team or an engineer looking for progression.
* Qualified engineer, ideally apprentice trained, with a strong background in planned and reactive maintenance, ideally in Food or FMCG manufacturing.
* Electrically biased with strong mechanical knowledge and experience.
* Organised and adaptable, able to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
* Experience leading, coaching or motivating engineering teams.
* Confident communicator with contractor management experience.
Why Apply?
This is a profitable, high-performing site within a business committed to investing in its people. You’ll have ongoing training and development opportunities and the chance to make a real impact.
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