Lead Mechanical Operator

Overview

Lead Mechanical Operator - £2000 Welcome Bonus s role is based in Slough and offers a salary from £40,000 - £48,000 (inclusive of shift allowance) dependent on experience, plus a £2,000 welcome bonus. The pattern is 4 on 4 off with 12-hour shifts (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off). The position is permanent and includes benefits such as a hot food restaurant, on-site gym, private medical insurance and flu jabs, free on-site parking, and an employee shop with a monthly allowance.

• Take the lead for first line maintenance of several production machines including operational decisions to achieve targets
• Identify and repair mechanical breakdowns on various machinery
• Accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, or pieces of equipment
• Use diagnostic tools and methods to identify root causes of problems
• Coordinate a small team of operators and temporary associates to achieve line targets
• Assist operators with daily production tasks to ensure line targets are met

• Minimum 1 year s experience managing and coordinating operators
• Skilled in diagnosing mechanical issues through systematic troubleshooting techniques
• Proficient in taking apart machinery to understand components and functionality, and reassembling it for optimal operation
• A keen eye for detail essential for identifying faults or inefficiencies in machinery
• A commitment to ongoing improvement, including suggesting modifications to enhance efficiency, safety, or performance
• Ability to work effectively in teams, sharing insights and collaborating on improvements

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a performance-related company bonus
• Welcome bonus paid in the first salary week
• On-site gym and hot food restaurant
• Private medical insurance and free flu jabs
• Free on-site parking and employee shop with monthly allowance
• Access to learning and development support, including Mars University

• Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales, producing brands such as M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, SKITTLES, BEN S ORIGINAL and COCOAVIA
• Mars operates in more than 80 countries and supports pet care through brands like Banfield Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl, Linnaeus, Ani Cura, VCA and Pet Partners
• The Mars Five Principles are Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Mars is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, it is available upon request.