Engineering Manager

Industry: Food Manufacturing
Salary: Up to £65,000 plus bonus and benefits

This position is suited to an experienced Engineering Manager, to become a critical part of the Senior Leadership Team for a well-known food manufacturer for their operation in Grimsby.
This pivotal role requires a dynamic individual with a proven track record in engineering management and demonstrable strengths in leading and developing a team of engineers and the ability to deliver on high-value projects, and management of change programs within this fast-moving food manufacturing operation.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop and mentor the engineering team to ensure operational excellence and the achievement of TPM and OEE targets.
• Accountable for high-value capital expenditure projects from conception to completion, ensuring they deliver value and efficiency to the business.
• Drive significant change programmes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams to support company objectives.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Influence positive change through business.
• Present and part-take in senior leadership meetings; communicating strategic plans, reviews and outcomes.

About you:

• You will be qualified with a recognised engineering qualification, such as a HNC/ HND, degree in Engineering or similar.
• Extensive experience in engineering management, specifically within a food manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success in leading operational change and managing large-scale projects.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• You will already hold the right to work in the UK without restriction, as sponsorship is not available with this position.

What's in it for you?This is an opportunity to autonomously manage people, projects and operations, whilst working with a team of senior leaders to strategically drive the business forward and achieve significant improvements.
In return for your hard work, you will be rewarded with a basic salary up to £65,000 please a performance-related bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
If you are a strategic operator with a passion for excellence and innovation in the food manufacturing industry, we would like to hear from you. Apply today, and you will be contacted by the recruiter to discuss how you can drive this organisation forward and shape the future of food production.

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