Maintenance Excellence Manager - Muller UK & Ireland : Job Details

Join Müller as a Maintenance Excellence Manager

Location: Butter Plant – Market Drayton, TF9 3SQContract Type: Permanent, full time, Monday - FridaySalary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits 

We’re excited to offer this opportunity due to an internal promotion—our previous Maintenance Excellence Manager has stepped up to become our new Engineering Manager! Now, we’re looking for a passionate and driven individual to continue that legacy of excellence.

About the Role

As our Maintenance Excellence Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering value through world-class asset care. You’ll lead the implementation of our Maintenance Excellence Roadmap, champion reliability and performance improvements, and embed a culture of continuous improvement across our engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual Maintenance Excellence implementation plan
• Drive critical engineering processes and reliability-centred maintenance (RCM)
• Champion root cause analysis and top-loss performance improvement
• Enhance CMMS usage and inventory management strategies
• Support Autonomous Maintenance and 5S initiatives
• Facilitate RCM workshops and develop standard routines for critical equipment
• Collaborate across teams to deliver cost-effective maintenance solutions
• Promote a strong safety culture and operational excellence mindset

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in maintenance leadership within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Strong knowledge of CMMS systems (e.g., SAP, Movex, Mainsaver)
• Expertise in RCA, FMECA, and lean methodologies
• Excellent people management and coaching skills
• A passion for continuous improvement and innovation
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels

Why Join Us?

At Müller, we don’t just make dairy products—we make careers. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, leadership, and personal growth. We offer:

• A supportive and inclusive culture
• Tailored development programmes including Fit for Leadership and Lean Manager training
• Opportunities to lead impactful projects and shape the future of maintenance excellence
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Ready to lead the future of maintenance excellence?Apply now and bring your expertise to a business that values your ideas, your leadership, and your drive to make a difference.

Contact Details:

F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Müller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ