Engineering Supervisor

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling cover), along with access to Paycare Perks for exclusive high street and retailer discounts.  
• Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme – buy up to one extra week per year (subject to meeting minimum criteria). 
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria). 
• Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme  (subject to meeting minimum criteria). 
• Family friendly policies including hybrid working opportunities and Maternity and Paternity leave above the statutory minimum.
• Annual engagement calendar covering an array of activities and educational events promoting diversity and inclusion. 
• Participate in supporting your local community with opportunities to spend one day per year volunteering or fundraising and gain company-matched sponsorship.
• Company Wellbeing agenda including annual Wellbeing Week, Menopause Support Group and Mental Health First Aid programme.
• Access to staff shops with exclusive discounts.
• Monthly employee recognition scheme via the ‘Zertus Values Awards’.
• Recruitment Refer a Friend rewards.
• Training and Development Opportunities (Leadership courses, External qualifications, Professional memberships).  

At Humdinger, we transform coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into delectable snacks and chocolates for both our in-house label and renowned branded ranges. With a robust and continually growing portfolio, we've earned compliments for our commitment to quality and continuous product innovation. You might have enjoyed our products before, perhaps without even realising it! 

Situated in Heckington (Sleaford), Sherburn in Elmet and Bromborough, we are an integral part of the Zertus UK & Ireland Snacking & Chocolate Market Unit, collaborating with other esteemed food manufacturers nationwide. Join us on a flavourful journey where innovation, quality, and a passion for snacking come together. Our talented teams have created a growing portfolio of our own famous brands including NOMO, Sun Valley Nuts, Kinnerton Kids, The Fruit Factory, Yum & Yay, as well as collaborations with Bailey's, Guinness and Budweiser!