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A large food manufacturer are seeking a hands on Engineering Team Leader, where you'll lead a skilled team, driving operational excellence and supporting Engineers on routine & reactive maintenance. Your will be an experienced qualified Engineer with a background of leading a Engineering team, confident in mechanical or electrical maintenance within a fast paced manufacturing environment. Salary £45,000 to £55,000 plus Benefits Monday to Friday - Days What You Will Do: • Support the Engineering Manager and take full managerial responsibility during their absence., • Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of engineers and apprentices to achieve their full potential., • Develop and maintain an effective Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) system to ensure operational efficiency., • Respond swiftly to breakdowns, identify root causes, and implement solutions to minimise downtime., • Ensure all engineering activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations., • Participate in mechanical and electrical projects, including machine installations, panel upgrades, and effluent plant operations. What You Will Bring: • An Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering and at least 4 years of engineering experience., • Proven skills in electrical systems, welding/fabrication, and mechanical fitting., • Supervisory or team leadership experience with the ability to mentor engineers and apprentices., • Strong fault-finding skills and familiarity with process machinery., • Initiative, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. This company operates in the feed manufacturing industry, offering a dynamic and fast-paced environment where safety, hygiene, and efficiency are paramount. The Engineering Team Leader role is vital to ensuring the smooth operation of the facility, contributing to the company's commitment to growth and operational excellence. You'll be joining a team that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement, making this a fantastic opportunity to grow your career. Location: This role is based in Banbury, providing a convenient and accessible location for professionals in the area. Interested?: Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to become an Engineering Team Leader and make your mark in a growing industry. Apply today to take the next step in your career! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

The Company: Newly Weds® Foods is a leading, privately owned global food ingredients business and has been innovating since 1932. The European division is a market leader in the manufacture of coatings, seasonings and functional ingredient systems. Today, Newly Weds® Foods is a world leader in food ingredient technology. A network of R&D, manufacturing and service facilities around the globe allows us to serve our customers’ needs in more than 68 countries. But despite our size and scope, we’ve continued to be an independent, family-owned business answerable only to the demands of our customers. That’s why we continue to invest in infrastructure, human resources and capacity to keep pace with our customers’ needs and expectations. The Role The Blending Manager is responsible for leading the entire Blending manufacturing facility to deliver safe, efficient, and high‑quality manufacturing performance. This includes ensuring all plant and equipment operate to optimum standards, production objectives are met, and teams are fully trained, engaged, and working to company policies at all times. This role plays a key part in driving continuous improvement, strengthening operational discipline, and supporting site‑wide performance—mirroring best‑practice leadership seen across major FMCG manufacturers. The role acts as the deputy Plant Manager and periodically leads the site. Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop all shift personnel, ensuring responsibilities are carried out safely and in line with Newly Weds Foods policies., • Build a high‑performing, collaborative team culture with strong ownership and accountability., • Ensure all Blend staff receive full, up‑to‑date training on equipment, systems, procedures, and Health & Safety requirements; maintain accurate training records., • Manage the department to achieve production volumes, quality standards, and delivery dates aligned to the Master Production Schedule., • Oversee the safe and efficient operation of all blending equipment, ensuring processes run at optimum performance levels., • Ensure all manufacturing documentation is completed accurately, professionally, and in a timely manner., • Lead resolution of technical or quality issues, working cross‑functionally to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions., • Support continuous improvement activities focused on waste reduction, downtime, blend accuracy, labour efficiency, and process stability., • Maintain full compliance with Newly Weds Foods’ Health & Safety, Hygiene, and environmental standards., • Reinforce safe working practices across the department, supporting risk assessments and safe systems of work., • Work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor to prioritise engineering activities and ensure equipment reliability targets and downtime goals are achieved., • Escalate critical issues promptly to minimise operational disruption., • Act as the senior department representative and assume full responsibility for the plant in the absence of the Plant Manager. Person Specification Essential • Minimum of 5 years’ production or manufacturing management experience., • Proven experience leading fast‑paced production operations and larger teams., • Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and Hygiene procedures., • Good technical understanding of manufacturing machinery and forklift equipment., • Confident, proactive leader with strong communication skills., • Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and interpersonal abilities., • Experience in FMCG or food manufacturing., • Experience improving operational KPIs or driving performance improvement programmes.