Area Engineering Manager

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact

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What will this role achieve?

As Area Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in the deployment of the engineering strategy and deliver day to day operational engineering requirements. As 1of 2 AEM’s on site, you will report directly to the Site Engineering Manager. You will lead on motivating, leading and coaching your direct reports (Engineering technical assessor), Identifying, evaluating & developing initiatives to ensure skill & competency levels are maintained and improved for the engineering team facilitating a first-time fix ethos.

What will be your key deliverables?

• Engineering representative in operational performance reviews 24hr/weekly /monthly 
• Engineering representative and sign off for improvement initiatives ensuring change management is adhered to 
• Develop and support delivery of the engineering budget for your area of responsibility 
  RCA sign off for your area of responsibility 
• Undertake and manage assigned transactions in SAP 
• Development of shutdown activities 
• Interrogation of the ppm schedule to understand and improve effectiveness 
• Critical spares analysis 
• Development of bottleneck analysis improvement workstreams 
• Ensure company & statutory regulations & guidelines are followed - acting has responsible person for the site in identified areas (training will be provided). 
• Lead by example to ensure a behavioural safety culture is developed and sustained on site.

Bring your experience.

Essential

• Ability to lead and inspire diverse teams through an inclusive and collaborative approach.
• Qualified via recognised apprenticeship routes (e.g., City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3).
• Proven background in engineering within the FMCG sector.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve issues effectively and constructively.
• Experience in delivering engineering change projects and driving successful outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets responsibly and efficiently. Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with a track record of engaging stakeholders at all organisational levels.
• Confident and considered decision-maker who understands the commercial impact of choices.
• Experience working collaboratively within a multi-functional senior leadership team.
• Proven ability to deliver performance improvements with a continuous improvement mindset.

What will the interview process be?

• Initial Telephone call with Talent Acquisition  
• 1st stage interview – 45 minutes competency-based interview based on our company values and your experiences.
• 2nd stage interview – 60 minutes – a technical interview to understand your skill set/case study or presentation interview.

pladis does also use both Psychometric and Aptitude tests to support our processes so you may be asked to complete these as part of your process. Some processes may differ, but we will keep you updated!

What does pladis offer you?

• Opportunity to self-enrol into Health Cash Plan
• Private medical Insurance (if eligible by grade)
• Enhanced parental leave and a supportive phased return-to-work program to help colleagues balance family and career.
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Cover ~ upon enrolment to Stakeholder Pension Scheme 
• Holiday Enhancement Scheme
• 1 Volunteering Day per year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted gym membership – Carlisle and Chiswick only
• Discount and Cashback Scheme – make your everyday spending work hard for you on major high street brands, supermarkets and services
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial Wellbeing Support
• Access to great training and development opportunities

Our Values

Purpose led – We’re energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite

Agile – We’re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers.

Positive – We’re highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better

Resilient - We’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forward

Collaborative – We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding together

Best mix of ingredients

pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we’re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that’s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.
We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.