Shift Engineer
Salary: £45,000 - £49,000
Location: Leighton Buzzard
Shift Pattern: 6am-2pm & 2pm -10pm (2 shift patterns)
We're looking for a skilled and safety-focused Maintenance Engineer to support our high-performance manufacturing site.
You'll be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting advanced machinery—especially injection moulding and automated assembly lines—to keep production running at peak efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to maximise machine uptime (OEE).
* Fault-find on PLCs, drive systems, and other electrical/mechanical components.
* Ensure all work complies with safety and OHSE standards; complete risk assessments.
* Support and drive quality, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Collaborate with operations and provide clear feedback on maintenance work.
* Use CMMS to log and track maintenance activity.
What You'll Bring
1. Time-served Industrial Electrician with ONC or equivalent qualification.
2. Hands-on experience in a fast-paced industrial or FMCG environment.
3. Strong knowledge of injection moulding machines (essential).
4. Good understanding of PLCs, drives, and maintenance systems.
5. A proactive mindset with a commitment to safety, quality, and co...