Engineering Manager - FMCG!

Engineering Manager - FMCG! Location: Sheffield Salary: Up to £65,000 + Excellent Benefits Package Hours: Monday to Friday – Flexible About the Role: A market-leading FMCG manufacturer is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineering Manager to take a key leadership role within its high-performing operations team. You’ll oversee engineering and maintenance activities across a major production area, driving performance, compliance, and continuous improvement across your function. This is a high-impact position offering visibility, influence, and the opportunity to shape the future of engineering performance on site. Key Responsibilities: - Lead maintenance operations across a key section of the site, managing a team of approximately 20 engineers and apprentices. - Work closely with Shift Managers and technical teams to ensure efficient, proactive maintenance and minimal downtime. - Provide hands-on technical support for breakdowns, emergencies, and improvement projects. - Drive engagement through effective coaching, training, and development of your team. - Manage performance, including holidays, reviews, and disciplinaries. - Deliver engineering and continuous improvement projects, acting as the link between production and maintenance. - Promote asset management best practices and support the long-term engineering strategy. What We’re Looking For: - Strong technical background – ideally multi-skilled. - Proven leadership and people management experience within manufacturing or FMCG. - Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills. - Confident balancing hands-on technical work with strategic planning. - Results-driven leader with a passion for performance and continuous improvement. What’s on Offer: - Comprehensive benefits package. - Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes. - Retail, restaurant, and leisure discounts. - Cycle-to-Work and lifestyle benefits schemes. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious engineering professional to take on a leadership role within a fast-paced, forward-thinking FMCG environment. If you’re ready to make a difference and drive operational excellence, we’d love to hear from you.