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Solina · 20 hours ago

Multi-site Engineering Manager

Bedford, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Solina is a fast-growing company that designs customized savory solutions for clients in the food industry. The Multi-site Engineering Manager will lead and develop a high-performing engineering function to support site operations, focusing on maintenance, continuous improvement, and strategic project delivery.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingOrganic Food

Responsibilities

Ensure engineering solutions support production needs and exceed service-level expectations

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand operational challenges and deliver tailored engineering support

Champion a culture of responsiveness and service excellence

Develop and execute a clear engineering strategy aligned with business goals, by implementing root cause analysis and providing suitable solutions

Prioritise planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance to maximise equipment uptime

Champion a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with HSE legislation. Review and update risk assessments, safe systems of work, and training programs regularly

Monitor and control engineering costs, including maintenance, overtime, and waste

Lead capital and improvement projects that deliver measurable business value (e.g., energy reduction, process optimisation)

Ensure optimal resource utilisation and cost-effectiveness

Overseeing the successful delivery of capital, revenue, and improvement projects, ensuring designs and solutions meet all food safety and hygiene requirements

Drive continuous improvement and innovation across engineering processes

Implement new technologies and practices that enhance performance and sustainability

Encourage creative problem-solving and forward-thinking within the team

Provide clear direction, technical expertise, and performance management

Ensure compliance with HSE legislation, company policies, and regulatory standards

Own the development and implementation of risk assessments, safe systems of work, and training programs

Deliver on KPIs by managing breakdown history, ensuring compliance with legislative updates, overseeing 3-year electrical renewals and PPM schedules etc., and providing monthly performance reports

Build and develop a skilled, engaged, and collaborative engineering team

Work closely with production, quality, and other departments to align engineering with business needs

Foster a coaching culture that supports growth, succession planning, and cross-functional teamwork

Qualification

Engineering DegreeEngineering LeadershipPPM StrategiesContinuous ImprovementAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingOrganizational Skills

Required

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering Technical Qualification Level 3 or above (we are committed to explore applicants with relevant experience on the job without formal qualifications but good understanding of BRC and DSEAR)

Minimum 2-3 years' experience in engineering leadership within manufacturing (FMCG sector / extrusion experience desirable)

Experience in developing and implementing PPM and improvement strategies

Commitment to continuous improvement and developing team capability

Self-starter who demonstrates the ability to work effectively under pressure, with strong attention to detail, resilience, and the flexibility to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances

Good organisational, communication, with the ability to manage multiple sites simultaneously

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with independent and rational decision-making skills

Company

Solina

Solina is a leading global partner for the food industry, food service, butchery and nutrition sectors, designing tailor-made food solutions, excelling in perfected taste, enhanced nutrition and optimised functionality, that contribute to the creation of food that is good in every sense of the word, good for people, good for the planet.

Founded in 2011

Bréal-sous-montfort, Bretagne, FRA

1001-5000 employees