Technical Execution Lead

Position Title

Technical Execution Lead

Position Type

Regular - Full-Time

Requisition ID

42537

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

About The Role

The Technical Execution Lead acts as the local technical reference within a designated manufacturing plant, helping improve equipment and process performance and ensuring the consistent application of best operating practices. This role combines technical problem-solving, project execution, and continuous improvement, working closely with Operations, Engineering, and regional technical teams. The role contributes to operational excellence and supports the delivery of McCain’s long-term business strategy.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Act as the local technical expert, strengthening technical capabilities within the plant
• Support the standardization, deployment, and continuous improvement of best operating practices
• Conduct production line diagnostics, assess the application of Best Operating Practices, and evaluate equipment performance and capabilities
• Lead and participate in structured technical problem-solving initiatives
• Contribute to plant commissioning, start-up, and equipment implementation activities
• Drive performance improvement and continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen and CI events
• Manage the end-to-end execution of technical projects, including scope, timelines, and budget
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Operations, and regional technical and business teams
• Support the adoption of digital tools and data-driven decision-making to improve plant performance
• Translate strategic priorities into practical actions and operational improvements aligned with business goals
• Train, coach, and support colleagues in the application of technical standards, tools, and best practices

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Master’s degree is a plus)
• Proven experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Strong technical knowledge in areas such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, automation, or processing systems
• Experience managing technical projects, including timelines, budgets, and multiple stakeholders
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills; experience with Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma/Green Belt is a plus
• Experience using data and digital tools to analyse performance and support decision-making; Power BI experience is a plus
• Ability to train, coach, and develop others
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and levels
• Fluent in English; additional language skills such as French, Dutch, or Polish are a plus depending on location
• Ability to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment and travel occasionally within the region

Benefits Of The Role

• Competitive salary package
• Performance-related bonus
• Comprehensive medical and insurance coverage
• Pension / retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and wellness days
• Parental leave (maternity/paternity)
• Learning and development opportunities, including technical and leadership development
• Exposure to cross-functional and international projects
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing performance and continuous improvement
• Stable role within an international manufacturing environment

Leadership principles

At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

The McCain Experience

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

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Job Family

Engineering & Technical

Division

Global Operations and Growth

Department

Technical Operations EMENA

Location(s)

FR - France : Marne : Matougues

Company

McCain Alimentaire SAS