Engineering Team Leader

Preston Permanent View Job Description
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.
  • International FMCG manufacturer
  • Join at an exciting period of growth and investment

About Our Client

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.

Job 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 findingMechanical 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)

The Successful Applicant

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

What's on 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!

Contact
Laura Mallinson
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7051919
Phone number
+441133889065

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Maintenance, Reliability
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Preston
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Laura Mallinson
Consultant phone
+441133889065
Job reference
JN-062026-7051919