Shift Engineer

Shift Engineer 

Location: Newcastle Under Lyme

Salary: £52,000 per annum

Shift: 4 on 4 off Days and Nights

About the Role:

Are you a skilled Maintenance Engineer with a passion for ensuring the smooth running of production lines? We are currently seeking a dedicated and proactive Shift Maintenance Engineer to join our growing team in a fast-paced FMCG environment. In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring the continuous operation of our machinery and equipment, troubleshooting issues, and performing planned maintenance to minimize downtime.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct reactive and planned maintenance on a wide range of production machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, and control issues in a timely manner to avoid production delays.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize equipment performance and prevent downtime.
• Carry out routine inspections and ensure all machinery is operating to specification.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including service reports and documentation.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are adhered to at all times.
• Assist with equipment installation and commissioning when required.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Previous experience in a Maintenance Engineer role, ideally within an FMCG or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, PLCs, and automation.
• Ability to diagnose and repair faults on machinery, electrical circuits, and control systems.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a production environment.
• A positive, can-do attitude and ability to work well under pressure.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent) in Engineering or related field.
• Experience with continuous improvement and root cause analysis would be advantageous.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £52,000 per annum.
• 4 on, 4 off shift pattern for a great work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career development and progression within a dynamic and growing company.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Benefits package (including pension, healthcare, and more).