Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Job Description
Shift Engineer\n
Location: Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire (LE14 Area)
Salary: Up to £49,120 per annum (including shift allowance) + Excellent Benefits
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights) - 6:00am to 6:00pm / 6:00pm to 6:00am
The Opportunity\n
A well-established and highly respected food manufacturing business is seeking a skilled Shift Engineer to join its engineering team at a modern production facility in Leicestershire.
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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced maintenance engineer looking to work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, where reliability, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence are key priorities.
Key Responsibilities\n
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Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities across production equipment.
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Respond promptly to breakdowns and minimise downtime through effective fault finding and repair.
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Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults on a range of manufacturing machinery.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
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Ensure all engineering activities are completed safely and in line with company procedures.
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Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
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Work collaboratively with production teams to maximise plant efficiency.
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About You\n
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Time-served engineering apprenticeship or recognised engineering qualification.
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Experience working within a manufacturing, food, FMCG, packaging, or process environment.
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Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
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Electrical and/or mechanical maintenance experience.
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Ability to work effectively within a rotating days and nights shift pattern.
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A proactive approach to maintenance and continuous improvement.
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What's on Offer?\n
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Salary up to £49,120 per annum (including shift allowance).
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Attractive benefits package.
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Secure employment with a successful and growing manufacturer.
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Ongoing training and development opportunities.
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Supportive engineering team and positive working environment.
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Opportunity to make a real impact within a critical production operation.
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If you're an experienced engineer looking for your next challenge within a thriving manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.