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Engineering Shift Lead

Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
Posted a day ago, valid for an hour
Location

Bedford, Bedfordshire MK40 4LU, England

Salary

£57,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • You will manage and lead your engineering team to ensure efficient operations within the manufacturing sector.
  • The role requires a minimum of Level 3 Engineering qualification and demonstrable experience in managing engineering teams.
  • You will oversee maintenance planning, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • The salary for this position is £57,000 per annum, along with additional benefits such as a company pension contribution and health cash plan.
  • The work involves a Panama shift pattern of 12-hour days and nights, emphasizing strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

You will manage and lead your engineering team, ensuring that day-to-day operations run smoothly and efficiently. You will be responsible for planning and resourcing both proactive and reactive maintenance through our CMMS (AGILITY), driving continuous improvement across your team, and managing contractors. Your role will involve overseeing workloads, supporting your team to meet targets, and escalating issues when necessary.

Client Details

Our client is a notable player in their industry. They are a large organisation known for their commitment to quality and sustainable practices. Operating from Mid Suffolk, they pride themselves on promoting a culture of continuous learning and development within their workforce.

Description

  • Lead and manage the engineering team to ensure efficient running of manufacturing operations.
  • Implement effective maintenance schedules and procedures.
  • Identify and rectify operational and technical issues promptly.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the team and wider organisation.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
  • Co-ordinate with other departments to facilitate smooth operations.
  • Manage resources and budgets effectively.
  • Provide technical advice and support to the team and stakeholders.

PANAMA SHIFT PATTERN - 12 HOURS - DAYS & NIGHTS

Profile

A successful Engineering Shift Lead should have:

  • A recognised Engineering qualification (Minimum Level 3)
  • Demonstrable experience in managing engineering teams.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and leadership skills.
  • A solid understanding of health, safety and environmental regulations.
  • Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Offer

  • £57,000/annum
  • Company pension contribution at 5%
  • Health Cash Plan with Reward Scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Company profit-based bonus
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • myStaffShop membership

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.