Engineering Manager

Location: Northamptonshire
Salary: £70,000 per annum

We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to join a packaging manufacturing business based in Northamptonshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven engineering professional to lead a maintenance team, improve equipment reliability and support the ongoing development of site performance.

Working closely with Production and Operations, you will take ownership of engineering activities, minimise downtime and drive continuous improvement across a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the engineering and maintenance team.
• Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.
• Reduce machinery breakdowns and improve equipment reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement, productivity and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Manage engineering projects, contractors, budgets and spare parts.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and engineering procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Production to maximise output and minimise disruption.

About You

• Proven experience in an Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager or similar role within manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge.
• Experience leading engineering teams and implementing maintenance strategies.
• A proactive approach to troubleshooting, problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Experience within plastics processing, packaging or high-volume manufacturing would be highly advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £70,000 per annum.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• The opportunity to lead and develop an engineering function.
• Scope to influence maintenance strategy, equipment reliability and operational performance.

If you are an experienced engineering leader looking for your next challenge within a manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Closing Date: 20/11/2026

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