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Manufacturing technician (multi skilled engineer)

York (North Yorkshire)
McCain Foods
Manufacturing technician
Posted: 20h ago
Offer description

Overview

Manufacturing Technician (Multi Skilled Engineer) role at McCain Foods. Position title: Manufacturing Technician (Multi Skilled Engineer). Location: Scarborough. Requisition ID: 31566. Position Type: Regular - Full-Time.


About the Company

For over 60 years we’ve been the number one branded player in frozen potato market. We’re passionate about potatoes and people. McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive, merit-based workplace. If you require an accommodation during recruitment, please let us know.


Responsibilities

With automation on the rise, Manufacturing Technicians oversee plant assets to keep the plant running with minimal breakdowns. This role is a hybrid between Engineering and Operations, working with both teams to ensure efficient running of assets and optimum plant efficiency to deliver quality and quantity. Focus areas include prevention, continuous improvement and reliability, understanding how machines run, and contributing to faster and better ways of working. You may participate in problem solving and continuous improvement activities related to Quality, Delivery and Cost.

* Oversee plant assets and respond quickly to issues to minimize downtime
* Collaborate with Engineering and Operations to maintain efficient plant performance
* Record machine efficiencies relating to Quality, Delivery and Cost
* Lead or participate in continuous improvement activities
* Maintain awareness of health and safety and hygiene requirements


What We’re Looking For / Qualifications

We’re seeking Multi-Skilled Engineers with strong electrical and mechanical skills who can collaborate and inspire teams. The candidate should:

* Be a qualified Engineer with related experience
* Collaborate and inspire teams to maintain smooth operation
* Have a strong health and safety focus and understand hygiene requirements
* Record machine efficiencies and solve problems as they arise

The following qualifications (or equivalent) are relevant:

* NVQ 3 / BTEC 3 in related Engineering discipline (mandatory one)
* Time served apprenticeship – desirable
* HNC or equivalent – desirable
* Knowledge of SCADA or similar systems and PLC knowledge
* Experience in fault finding
* Ability to lead continuous improvement activity
* Ability to work under pressure and at speed
* Strong organisation and prioritisation skills
* IOSH/NEBOSH certificate – desirable


Shift Pattern

Rotational days and nights in Scarborough: 2 days on, 1 day off, 2 nights on, 3 days off.


Benefits

Benefits include a strong pension, flexible holidays, optional health plan, cycle to work, volunteering day, and opportunities for growth within a global company.

* Excellent pension with employer contribution up to 12% of pay
* Flexible holidays (buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
* Optional health cash plan
* Cycle to work scheme
* Chips In volunteering day off
* Prospects for relocation and advancement within a growing global business


Location

Based at the Scarborough plant, one of the largest in the GB business, producing French Fries and Frozen Baked Potatoes.


Legal / Equal Opportunity

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Your privacy is protected by our Global Privacy Policy.


Job Details

* Job Family: Engineering & Technical
* Division: GB Agriculture
* Department: Agriculture Operations Scarborough
* Location(s): GB - United Kingdom: England: Scarborough
* Company: McCain Foods (G.B.) Ltd

Seniority level: Entry level. Employment type: Full-time. Job function: Management and Manufacturing. Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing.

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