Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - FMCG
4 on 4 off
6am - 6pm
Overview
A leading UK manufacturer is looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join its engineering team at a modern manufacturing facility in Bridlington, East Yorkshire.
The role will support the maintenance and reliability of high-speed production and packaging lines, ensuring equipment runs safely and efficiently in a fast-paced, quality-driven manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across manufacturing and packaging equipment.
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Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults on production machinery.
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Support installation, upgrades, and equipment overhauls during planned shutdowns and improvement projects.
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Maintain production line efficiency and minimise downtime.
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Record maintenance activities and work orders using the maintenance management system.
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Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Ensure all work meets health & safety, COSHH, and GMP standards.
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Assist with spare parts management and equipment inspections.
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Support the wider engineering team and help mentor junior technicians when required.
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Participate in call-out or shift support where required.
Requirements
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Experience working as a multi-skilled maintenance engineer within manufacturing, FMCG, pharmaceutical, or food production environments.
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Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
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Experience maintaining high-speed production or packaging machinery.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with a proactive approach to problem solving.
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Relevant engineering qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent).
Desirable
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Experience within nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or food manufacturing.
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Electrical qualification such as 17th/18th Edition. (Desirable but not essential)
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Experience supporting continuous improvement or capacity expansion projects.
Salary, Hours & Benefits
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Salary: £45,000 – £47.500 (depending on experience) 5% bonus
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Location: Carnaby, Bridlington
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Hours: Full-time, shift-based role supporting factory operations
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Contract: Permanent position
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Call-out rota: Participation required when scheduled
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Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, training opportunities, and career progression
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Environment: Modern 80,000 sq ft manufacturing facility