Job Description
Mechanical Technician – Packaging
Location: On‑site (UK)
Engagement: 12‑Month Contract (Due to Internal Secondment)
Shift Pattern: 2 Days, 2 Nights, 4 Off
Department: Engineering (Secondary Packaging)
Reports To: Engineering Supervisor
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to join our Pharmaceutical client's Secondary Packaging team following internal movements. This is a contract role with potential for permanency.
This role is ideal for someone with a mechanical engineering background, packaging machinery experience, and exposure to either pharmaceutical or FMCG environments (pharma ideal). Most of the work is mechanical, supporting critical packaging line equipment including cartoners, labellers, inspection systems, and blister packing machines.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Engineering Support
1. Perform a wide range of planned and reactive mechanical maintenance supporting operational teams.
2. Deliver engineering support for planned/unplanned maintenance activities and...