Lead Mechanical Operator

Overview

Lead Mechanical Operator - £2000 Welcome Bonus role s Wrigley factory in Slough is seeking mechanically minded individuals with a passion for maintenance. This position offers a salary from £40,000 to £48,000 (inclusive of shift allowance) depending on experience, plus a £2,000 welcome bonus.

• 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.
• Be 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 correctly to ensure optimal operation.
• Keen attention to detail for identifying faults or inefficiencies and ensuring precision during assembly and disassembly.
• Commitment to ongoing improvement, including suggesting modifications to machinery or processes to enhance efficiency, safety, or performance.
• Ability to work effectively in teams, sharing insights and collaborating to implement improvements and resolve mechanical issues.

• Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off) with 12 hour shifts.
• Permanent employment.
• Hot food restaurant on-site.
• Welcome bonus paid in your first week salary (£2,000).
• On-site gym and free on-site parking.
• Private medical insurance and free flu jabs.
• Employee shop with a monthly allowance.
• On-site nurse/osteopath/podiatrist available.

Mars is a family-owned business with global operations and brands such as M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, SKITTLES, BEN’S ORIGINAL and COCOAVIA. Mars focuses on Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom, and supports development through Mars University and other initiatives.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations in the application process are available upon request.

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