Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (4 on 4 off)

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Major Recruitment has an exciting opportunity for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a leading food manufacturing site in West Bromwich. The site is a critical part of the UK food supply chain, producing products for major retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, M&S, Aldi, and Lidl, and is currently benefiting from significant investment in people, equipment, and processes.
In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of equipment, including cutting machines, packaging lines, and quality control systems such as metal detectors and X-rays. You'll respond to breakdowns, troubleshoot issues, and implement preventative maintenance schedules to ensure the site runs efficiently and safely. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement projects that enhance performance and productivity.
The role offers a dynamic, fast-paced working environment, competitive pay, and excellent career development opportunities. You'll join a supportive team where your expertise directly impacts the quality and reliability of products enjoyed by millions of customers every week.
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary of up to £49,000 (dependent on experience) 12-hour shifts, 4 on, 4 off (4 days, 4 nights) 6am - 6pm/ 6pm - 6am rotating 24 days holiday plus bank holidays (32 days) pension scheme (3% employer contribution) Excellent job security with a well-established, growing business Development opportunities through training, continuous improvement projects, and exposure to new equipment Progression pathways - strong history of promoting within engineering and management teams A collaborative engineering culture where your contribution makes a visible difference The chance to be part of a site focused on modernisation, investment, and long-term growth
Key Responsibilities
As part of the Engineering Shift Team, you will:
Respond to line breakdowns urgency and in a timely manner with the aim of minimising line downtime. Respond to engineering and facility queries raised by departments Comply with site policies and procedures to ensure a safe and efficient working environment for all employees. Ensure Site and Departmental KPI targets are met. Maintain engineering workshop, toolboxes, spares etc in a clean and tidy condition at all times. Ensure PPM's are undertaken in line with OEE recommendations. Involvement with Continuous Improvement initiatives as may be required. Adopt a continuous learning approach to work to ensure you skill match the role and site requirements Work with colleagues from all functions in the organisation in a co-operative and positive manner. Work in line with the company Behaviours (ADART) Adopt a flexible approach to work which might result in providing cover for colleagues when absent due to sickness / holidays etc. Any other tasks which might be required from time to time and for which you are suitably qualified. Provide a excellent and efficient customer service to the site teams Work as a whole engineering function
About You
Apprentice trained with NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in both mechanical and electrical disciplines Minimum three years' experience post-qualification, ideally in FMCG or food manufacturing Skilled in fault finding, repair, and problem solving under pressure Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methods (Six Sigma, 5S, Lean) 17th Edition Electrical Certificate and IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent) preferred A flexible, proactive engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values teamwork
How to Apply If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV highlighting your relevant experience. If shortlisted, we'll be in touch within 2 working days.
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Location:
West Bromwich, West Midlands
Salary:
£45,000 - £49,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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