Lead Engineer

Job Title: Lead EngineerLocation: Stonehouse, Gloucestershire Salary:£53,000 Shift:Monday to Friday - Days Only Job Role of the Lead EngineerAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Engineer to join a well-established and fast-paced food manufacturing business based in Stonehouse. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to step into a leadership role while remaining hands-on within a modern manufacturing environment. As the Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day engineering function, ensuring maximum equipment reliability and supporting the engineering team in delivering planned and reactive maintenance across the site. You will also play a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives, improving engineering standards and ensuring production downtime is kept to a minimum. This position would suit a proactive engineering professional with strong leadership skills who enjoys mentoring others while maintaining a hands-on approach. Sector: Food Manufacturing / Factory Maintenance Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Lead Engineer • Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment • Multi-skilled engineering background (electrical and mechanical) • Experience leading, supervising or mentoring engineering teams • Strong experience carrying out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance • Ability to prioritise workloads and coordinate engineering activities Requirements for the Lead Engineer • Electrical and mechanical fault-finding experience • Engineering qualification (Electrical or Mechanical) • Previous experience within manufacturing, FMCG, food production or industrial environments • Strong communication and organisational skills • A proactive approach to continuous improvement and engineering performance Desirable Requirements for the Lead Engineer • Previous experience in a Lead Engineer, Engineering Supervisor or Team Leader position • PLC fault-finding experience (inputs and outputs) • Food manufacturing experience • Knowledge of CMMS systems • Continuous Improvement or Lean Manufacturing experience The Lead Engineer will benefit from: • Monday to Friday days-only working pattern • Competitive salary of £53,000 • Leadership opportunity within a well-established business • Ongoing training and career development • Autonomy to help shape engineering standards and processes • Stable, long-term career within a successful manufacturing business • Supportive management team and positive working environment