Engineering Team Leader

Michael Page • Permanent • Preston, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom • 1d ago

As a Multi-Skilled Engineer and team lead, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of plant equipment through both reactive and planned maintenance. You'll work closely with production teams to minimise downtime and improve overall equipment effectiveness.

Client Details

Our client is an international, leading manufacturer within the food production sector, currently seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer and team lead to join their growing engineering team at a highly automated production facility.

Description

Lead and motivate the engineering team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment to minimise downtime.
Implement and monitor preventative maintenance programmes to enhance equipment reliability.
Ensure compliance with health and safety standards across all engineering activities.
Coordinate with production teams to address technical challenges and optimise processes.
Manage budgets and resources to achieve engineering objectives effectively.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
Prepare and present reports on engineering performance and project progress.

Electrical experience required:

· Sensors (fixing)

· Motor swaps

· PLC experience (programming not required) PLC interrogation & modification required

· Fault investigation (up to PLC level)

· Inverter drives

· 3phase - installation & maintenance

· Fault finding

Mechanical experience required:

· Bearings and pneumatics

· Conveyors (fixes and mends)

· Fabrication e.g. making brackets/ repairs

· Will be working on machinery such as:

· Robots

· Conveyors

· Mincers & Grinders

· (Not much with hydraulics)

Profile

The successful applicant will have:

Qualified in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Apprenticeship, NVQ, or equivalent)
Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment (food industry desirable)
Strong fault-finding skills across both electrical and mechanical systems
Knowledge of PLCs, sensors, motors, and control systems
Proactive approach with strong problem-solving abilities
Flexible to work shifts, including weekends where required

Job Offer

Competitive salary range from £50,000 to £56,000 per annum.
Shifts Mon to Fri: 8am - 4pm

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Engineering Team Leader, we encourage you to apply today!

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