Role - Interim Engineering Manager Duration - 3 months (plus) Day rate - £550 (LTD) Location - Middlesbrough Background - Manufacturing (FMCG or Food ideal) Ready to hit the ground running and make an immediate impact? We're looking for a hands-on Interim Engineering Manager to lead a busy food manufacturing site for an initial 3-month contract. This is a fast-paced role where your expertise will directly drive performance, reliability, and team effectiveness. What you'll be doing: * Leading and supporting a 10-12 strong engineering & maintenance team * Taking ownership of all plant ancillaries and site services * Managing and enforcing permit systems to ensure safety and compliance * Driving improvements through CMMS systems - including implementation and optimisation of CMMS System * Boosting line performance, uptime, and efficiency * Acting as a key link between production and engineering to keep operations running smoothly What we're looking for: * Proven experience in a food manufacturing environment * Strong leadership skills with the ability to quickly gain team trust * Solid background in maintenance strategy, reliability, and continuous improvement * Experience with CMMS implementation and management * A proactive, no-nonsense approach - someone who delivers results from day one