Engineering Manager - FMCG

This isn't simply an Engineering Manager position; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of one of Yorkshire’s most recognisable FMCG manufacturing operations.

You'll become part of the Plant Leadership Team for one of Yorkshire's most recognisable FMCG manufacturers, taking ownership of Engineering, Utilities and Facilities across a highly automated production environment.

With continued investment in manufacturing capability, automation and sustainability, you'll play a key role in shaping the site's engineering strategy, leading major capital projects, improving reliability and developing a high-performing engineering team.

If you're someone who enjoys influencing business direction rather than simply maintaining equipment, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact.

Why Join

• You’ll be joining a premium and highly recognisable brand, with global backing, who will continue to invest in growth.
• This is a genuine Plant Leadership Team position with strategic influence.
• The business is making significant investment in automation, engineering capability and future growth.
• Genuine autonomy to shape engineering strategy, capital investment and site performance, not just day-to-day maintenance.
• You'll have the opportunity to build, develop and leave a lasting legacy through your team and the site's performance.
• Work alongside an experienced leadership team that values collaboration, continuous improvement and long-term thinking.

Key Benefits

• Up to £70,000 pa, Dependent on Experience
• Harrogate Based
• Enhanced Company Pension Plan
• Annual Company Bonus
• Private Medical Insurance
• Death in Service (4x Salary)
• Professional Development and Career Progression Opportunities

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Operations Director, this is a rare opportunity to influence the future direction of a highly automated manufacturing operation. You'll take ownership of Engineering, Utilities and Facilities across the site, leading strategic improvements in reliability, efficiency, sustainability and engineering capability whilst helping deliver the next phase of the company's ambitious growth plans.

This role offers far more than day-to-day engineering management. You'll help shape long-term engineering strategy, lead significant capital investment projects, develop a high-performing engineering team and play a key role in driving operational excellence across one of Yorkshire's most iconic manufacturing businesses.

You’ll be responsible for

• Leading Engineering, Utilities and Facilities across a highly automated manufacturing site.
• Developing and delivering the site's long-term engineering strategy.
• Driving equipment reliability, manufacturing performance and engineering excellence.
• Leading major CapEx projects from planning through to successful delivery.
• Developing a high-performing engineering team through coaching and succession planning.
• Championing continuous improvement, sustainability and operational efficiency.

This is a role for someone who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges. You'll inherit a well-invested manufacturing operation and be trusted to identify opportunities to improve reliability, increase capacity, reduce downtime and help prepare the site for future growth.

Key Skills & Experience

• Degree level or professional equivalent in Engineering.
• Proven Engineering Management experience within an FMCG manufacturing environment (food & beverage experience would be advantageous).
• Experience within highly automated manufacturing environments (ideally Krones equipment).
• Proven strategic leadership experience with the ability to develop and motivate teams.
• Strong reporting skills; comfortable relaying data and information to wider group and board.
• Solution-focused mindset with strong analytical and coaching capabilities.
• Experience in data analysis, budget development, and resource planning.
• Expertise in various manufacturing processes and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Our Client

Our client is one of Yorkshire’s most recognised FMCG manufacturers who produce a globally recognised, award-winning and distinctive product. Operating a 24/7 manufacturing site with 2 highly automated production lines, this business supplies major retailers, hospitality brands and international markets while continuing to invest in manufacturing excellence, sustainability and innovation.

As production volumes continue to grow, the business, and wider group, is investing heavily in engineering capability and is looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to help shape the next phase of its journey.

If you're an experienced Engineering Manager who enjoys leading people, driving continuous improvement and influencing manufacturing strategy, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply today by submitting your CV to ***email_hidden***. Alternatively, to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Jonny McPartland directly on 07375 675 049 / 0113 332 0678.

Thank you for taking an interest in the role advertised. We'd like to confirm that each CV received is read thoroughly by a trained consultant; if your application is shortlisted then you will be contacted via telephone in the first instance. If we have not contacted you within 5 working days of your application, please understand that the CV received, and the information provided does not meet the requirements of the role. However, we endeavour to consider all applicants for future opportunities; should you wish to speak to the named consultant about your application, please contact us directly.