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This growing manufacturing business is searching for a proficient and motivated Lead Engineer to champion machine maintenance and drive modern manufacturing excellence. This is not your standard 9-to-5 role-it's an opportunity to make a tangible impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Why Join Us?
We've invested heavily in cutting-edge machinery to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Now, we need someone who takes pride in their work, thrives in a progressive and flexible workplace, and is passionate about delivering results.
Key Responsibilities as Lead Engineer will be to:
* Be the frontline expert for all engineering needs, providing creative and practical solutions.
* Optimise machine availability and establish a robust maintenance schedule in line with TPM principles.
* Mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of best practices and continuous improvement.
* Work with production teams to ensure seamless operations and hit internal KPIs.
* Build strong relationships with suppliers to reduce reliance and control maintenance costs through root cause problem-solving.
What We're Looking For:
* Someone with a background in electrical and mechanical engineering.
* Hands-on experience with complex electro-mechanical products in fast-paced, made-to-order manufacturing.
* Strong problem-solving mindset, lean manufacturing expertise, and proficiency with 5S principles.
* A self-starter who thrives on influencing through example and builds effective relationships across teams.
The successful candidate will have : -
* A passion for clean, efficient, and innovative work environments.
* Proven ability to deliver cost savings through efficiency improvements.
* Effective communication and decision-making skills with a flair for creative problem-solving.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and process mapping software.
On offer: -
* A salary circa £47,500
* 7am-3pm/10am-6pm rotating shifts - Monday-Friday
* 28 days holiday, increasing with service
* Pension scheme
* Christmas shut down
* Day off for your birthday
* Death in service - 3 times salary
* Wellbeing services
* Free canteen
* Social/charity events
* Family orientated culture
This role offers the chance to lead in a company that values flexibility, growth, and a culture of continuous improvement. If you're looking for more than just a job and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, I want to hear from you.
Interested? Please follow the 'apply now' link to send your CV to Emma Brighouse at Morgan Ryder Associates.
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At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.
We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.
Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.
