Engineering Team Leader

Natural Innovations Beeston Rylands, United Kingdom - Engineering

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Company Description

Since 2002, we've been the trusted partner for global food brands, helping them make a lasting impression on today's food lovers.

As innovators, we specialise in bespoke plant-led ingredients and menu solutions that bring bold, creative flavours to the table. From major foodservice brands to food manufacturers and recipe kit providers, we collaborate to inspire, innovate, and deliver high-quality ingredients for on-trend dishes.

We believe that great ideas come from all areas of the business. That's why we foster a collaborative, open, and diverse environment for both our teams and our customers. We treat everyone with respect and integrity, creating an inspiring environment where we can all work, learn, and grow together.

Joining Natural Innovations means becoming part of a community that nurtures its workforce, with regular food events and staff recognition. We strive to reward our colleagues for their dedication and hard work, while working together to produce high-standard products.

Position

• Carry out planned preventative, predictive, and breakdown maintenance, repairs, refurbishment, installation, improvement, and modification or upgrade of plant, food production, high-speed packaging, and site services and facilities maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvements and process enhancement work.
• Perform project work, including electrical installation and modification.
• Electrical fault finding and modifications of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA Systems, and Control Panels.
• Mechanical repair, fault finding, and routine plant preventative maintenance.

Work with the Engineering Manager to foster a positive team culture.

Requirements

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Engineering.
• Preferably qualified to City & Guilds / ONC / HNC in Engineering.
• Excellent problem-solving and fault diagnosis skills.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding and repair skills; 18th edition preferable.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, ideally in food or FMCG manufacturing.
• Experience with PLC systems, Control Panels, HMIs, and SCADA Systems at a high level.
• Knowledge of electrical safety, isolations, and electrical H&S standards is beneficial.
• Experience working with high-speed food production and packaging machinery.

Other information

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Supportive management team with an open-door policy
• 8% contributory pension (with 5% contribution from you)
• 28 days holiday, increasing by 1 day annually up to 5 days
• Life assurance up to 3x salary
• Additional holiday days at 5, 10, 15, and 20 years of service
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme and discounts platform
• Membership to The Company Shop in Long Eaton
• Regular team lunches, Christmas hampers, and team-building events
• Opportunities for development through recognised courses
• Career progression with a promote-from-within approach
• Good transport links and on-site parking

Our core values

Innovative partners: We build partnerships based on shared passion for innovation, quality, and agility, understanding our customers' needs and delivering accordingly.

Quality commitment: We are dedicated to delivering exceptional quality, maintaining high standards from sourcing to production, ensuring consistency and reliability.

Inclusivity matters: We foster open, diverse, and inclusive spaces, treating everyone with respect and integrity to inspire collaboration and growth.

Planetary care: We prioritize environmental health through sustainable sourcing, eco-friendly operations, and innovative solutions to minimize our footprint and benefit future generations.