Maintenance Leader

Unit Maintenance Leader - Minsterley Site Join Mller Yogurt & Desserts – the UK's leading yogurt manufacturer and home to iconic brands such as Mllerlight, Mller Corner, and Mller Rice. We are passionate about creating products that put a smile on the nation's face, and we need a dedicated Unit Maintenance Leader to keep our operations running at peak performance. Who We Are We’re Mller UK & Ireland, a family‑run dairy business and we’re experts at what we do. Dairy is a key part of a healthy and balanced diet and we’re super proud to help meet the nutritional needs of millions of people, every single day. To do this, our business has been split into two areas: Mller Milk & Ingredients (MMI) and Mller Yogurt & Desserts (MYD). We’re here to talk MYD, the ones aiming to put a smile on the nation's face. We’re all about *Deep breath* Mller Corner, Mller Light, Mller Bliss, Mller Rice, Mller FRijj, Mller X MyProtein and Biotiful Gut Health. We know that sounds like a lot, but that’s why we need you Why This Role Matters As a Unit Maintenance Leader, you will supervise and carry out maintenance and improvement activities to ensure our production lines consistently deliver high service levels. You will lead a team of up to 12 engineers, drive preventative maintenance schedules, and respond quickly to reactive issues, all while ensuring compliance with food quality standards. What You'll Do Carry out and supervise maintenance activities to keep equipment operational and meet service levels. Implement the Mller Production System within your unit. Plan and deliver preventative maintenance schedules to reduce breakdowns. Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests to minimize downtime. Delegate tasks effectively across your team. Manage parts inventory by withdrawing and logging items in SAP for automatic reordering. Collaborate with engineering services to ensure planned maintenance activities are completed. Take ownership of line manager responsibilities for your team. What We're Looking For Technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automation disciplines. Strong engineering maintenance knowledge (mechanical, electrical, automation). Proven leadership experience – able to inspire and develop a team. Problem‑solving mindset, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. Integrity and personal drive to make a difference. What's In It For You Competitive salary + 10% bonus Monday‑Friday, days only 33 days annual leave Pension scheme & healthcare cash plan Access to Mller Rewards platform for retail discounts Free onsite parking Long‑term career opportunities with a company that invests in you Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Management and Manufacturing Industry Specialty Trade Contractors Contact Details F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Mller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ Apply now at www.mullercareers.co.uk and join a team that's shaping the future of dairy innovation. #J-18808-Ljbffr