Overview

A leading family-run food manufacturer is seeking an experienced Interim Engineering Manager to drive improvements in machinery uptime and team collaboration at their high-care high-risk facility. This role requires hands-on expertise in reducing machine downtime in high-risk production environments.

The Role

• Take ownership of the engineering department, overseeing a team of 10 engineers and a Maintenance Manager.
• Drive a plan to reduce machine downtime from 10% to 5%.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise equipment performance, focusing on Webber slicers, Multivac machines, and high-care production areas.
• Provide guidance to the Maintenance Manager, helping them step into a more effective leadership role.
• Collaborate across departments, ensuring alignment with the company’s family-run, hands-on culture.
• Contribute to the successful launch of a new site.

The Candidate

• Strong experience with Webber and Multivac machinery in high-care high-risk facility.
• Proven ability to reduce machine downtime and improve operational efficiency.
• Excellent people management skills, with the ability to guide and mentor teams effectively.
• A collaborative mindset, with a willingness to adapt to a non-corporate, family-oriented culture.
• The ability to demonstrate a clear plan for achieving operational goals during the interview process.