Engineering Supervisor

Overview:

Engineering Supervisor

Humdinger, Bromborough (Wirral)

Continental shifts

£54,732 per annum

Humdinger is seeking a new Engineering Supervisor to join our team. As Engineering Supervisor, you will play a vital role in keeping our fast-paced production lines running smoothly. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role, using your mechanical and electrical expertise to guide a team of engineers.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, factory protocols, and company policies.
• Address safety issues proactively with engineering and safety teams.
• Oversee shift engineers in process and packing areas for timely, safe task execution.
• Lead or participate in risk assessments and problem-solving during breakdowns.
• Utilise and enforce the CMMS system for tracking all engineering activities.
• Manage contractors, including inductions, permits, and supervision.
• Provide mechanical and electrical support to maintain equipment efficiency.
• Perform site maintenance tasks, including breakdowns, PPMs, and setups.
• Complete paperwork for PPMs, maintenance requests, and non-conformances.
• Handle engineering stores duties, including ordering and stock management.
• Assist with site facilities tasks requiring engineering support.
• Operate Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWP) as needed.
• Train staff in autonomous maintenance practices.
• Pursue professional development through training courses.

Qualifications:

• Experience within a supervisory role or leading a team of multi-skilled engineers.
• Competency in Electrical/Mechanical skills through formal qualifications, training, and hands-on experience.
• Time-served in an engineering discipline with a formal electrical qualification.
• Knowledge of GMP, ideally within an FMCG environment, with familiarity with machinery used in food production/manufacturing.
• Experience dealing with contractors.

Rewards Benefits:

• 20 days of annual leave (pro rata due to shift pattern).
• Pension (4% Employer Contributions) & Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary.
• Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare (physio, dental, optical care…because your wellbeing is important to us).
• Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme – buy up to one extra week per year (subject to meeting minimum criteria).
• Cycle to Work & Electrical Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme - subject to meeting minimum criteria (because the environment is important to us).
• Family friendly policies including hybrid working opportunities and Maternity and Paternity leave above statutory minimum (because family time is important).
• Annual engagement calendar, volunteering days and wellbeing events.
• Monthly employee recognition scheme via the 'Zertus Values Awards'.
• Recruitment Refer a Friend rewards.
• Training and Development Opportunities (Leadership courses, External qualifications, Professional membership fees)

About Us:

Humdinger is a powerhouse within the snacking industry. Our Bromborough site boasts 67,000 sq. ft of purpose-built facilities, including advanced processing and packing units, three warehouse operations, and an external store. With a team of around 200 dedicated employees, we produce over 23,000 tonnes annually, supplying high-quality products across retail, food service, and ingredient channels—including our own brands like The Sun Valley Nut Co.From dry roasting to peanut processing, Humdinger Bromborough is a hub of engineering excellence, supporting innovation, sustainability, and operational performance.

Application & Interview Process:

Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Your application will be reviewed and entered into the selection process as follows:

• A call with the Talent Acquisition team
• 1st stage on-site interview with the Engineering Manager
• 2nd stage interview with the Site Director, including a factory tour

Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or adjustments to be made for your interview. The provision of this information is likely to include special category data and is therefore covered by data protection laws. We ask for this information so that we are fully aware of any adjustments needed and we will use the information provided to inform our decisions about making those changes.