Mechanical Engineer - FMCG - Colchester - Up to £39,000 + Overtime - Day Shifts
Are you a Mechanical Engineer with experience in FMCG, food production, or busy manufacturing environments? I'm currently working with a well-established and growing company near Colchester, who are looking to strengthen their engineering team due to continued demand and investment in automation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that's been operating successfully for over 30 years, producing high-volume, high-quality food products for major retailers across the UK. The site operates on a 24/7 schedule, using a range of automated machinery where reliability and uptime are absolutely critical.
About the Role:
As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll be responsible for keeping production machinery running efficiently. You'll be working on systems such as multi-head weighers, bagging machines, conveyors, pneumatic controls, and sensors. The work will involve a balance of reactive maintenance and planned preventive maintenance (PPM), supporting ongoing production targets while ensuring a high standard of safety and reliability.
You'll join a close-knit engineering team where collaboration, flexibility, and problem-solving are part of the day-to-day. Full training will be provided on specific machinery and systems, making this a great role for someone looking to grow within a technically advanced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults across production equipment
* Carrying out routine maintenance and inspections in line with PPM schedules
* Supporting site-wide engineering improvements and small projects
* Working a rotating 4-on, 4-off shift pattern (days)
* Ensuring equipment is maintained to meet strict food hygiene standards
About You:
* Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer in a production, packaging, or FMCG setting
* Strong mechanical skills with confident use of hand tools
* Electrical skills are desirable, along with any welding/fabrication experience
* Able to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
* Based within commuting distance of Colchester
This role offers genuine long-term potential within a stable and supportive company. If you're a hands-on Mechanical Engineer who takes pride in your work and enjoys keeping things running smoothly, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
Apply now or get in touch with Mark at Prime Appointments to learn more!
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