Job Description
Mechanical Engineer Sector: Food ManufacturingLocation: Suffolk (near Diss)Employment Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Circa £51,000 per annumHours: 12-hour days & nights ISQ Recruitment is working with a leading food manufacturer near Diss that continues to grow, driven by strong demand from both existing and new customers. As a result, they’re looking to strengthen their engineering team with an experienced Mechanical Engineer .This will be a fast-paced production environment where you’ll play a vital part in ensuring machinery, equipment, and site facilities operate at maximum efficiency.** Please not this role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must also have a full UK driving license and own vehicle due to the location.Benefits
* Pension (5% matched)
* 24 days holiday
* Salary reviews
* Life cover
* Tool allowance
* Overtime
* Structured shift pattern with consistent rotation
Shift Pattern You’ll be part of a 4-team rotating shift pattern, working:
* 12-hour shifts (8am–8pm / 8pm–8am)
* 2 weeks on days, followed by 2 weeks on nights
* 3 Engineers per shift, with additional day-based electrical support
Key Responsibilities
* Carrying out reactive and preventative maintenance
* Supporting continuous improvement across plant performance and reliability
* Working on a wide range of production machinery and site infrastructure
* Ensuring high standards of safety, compliance, and reporting
* Collaborating with the wider engineering team to minimise downtime
About You We’re looking for a hands-on, experienced Mechanical Engineer who can work confidently in a demanding production environment.You will have:
* Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
* Strong skills in TIG welding, lathes, and milling machines
* Solid understanding of bearings, chains, sprockets, and taper locks
* Experience within a manufacturing or heavy plant environment (food/meat sector advantageous)
* Knowledge of machinery, maintenance practices, and compliance standards
Interested? If you’re a Mechanical Engineer looking for a stable, well-structured role and would like to discuss this further, click to apply now.