Overview
Location: Trafford Park, England, United Kingdom
Salary £56,000 + benefits • Full-time, shift-based (days and nights)
Shift-Based Engineer role at JDR Group. This is a hands-on position to keep the site running smoothly through planned maintenance, reactive maintenance, and continuous improvement to performance, efficiency, and quality.
Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventive maintenance and respond to breakdowns quickly and effectively.
* Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and automation issues to keep production on track.
* Solve problems at root cause for lasting solutions.
* Support the production team through coaching, communication, and collaborative working.
* Ensure compliance with health & safety and food safety standards.
* Participate in continuous improvement and capital projects to enhance site efficiency.
* Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and spare parts inventory.
* Share knowledge and coach colleagues to support people’s development across shifts.
* Contribute to KPI delivery through downtime reduction, line efficiency, quality, and safety.
What we're looking for
* Engineering Apprenticeship (electrical, mechanical, or multi-skilled).
* ONC or BTEC equivalent (HNC desirable).
* Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
* Solid problem-solving and analytical skills, with experience in root cause analysis.
* Proficiency with maintenance management systems/software.
* Understanding of GMP, health & safety, and food safety standards.
* Experience delivering both planned and unplanned maintenance in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with production teams.
* A continuous improvement mindset.
What we offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* The opportunity to work in a fast-paced, forward-thinking food manufacturing environment.
* Development and upskilling opportunities.
* A culture that values teamwork, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
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