Job Description
As a Shift Engineer you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of our packaging operations, with a strong focus on Emetti equipment. Working both independently and as part of the wider engineering team, you will be responsible for conducting planned and preventative mechanical maintenance, as well as responding promptly and effectively to reactive breakdowns across the plant. A core part of the role involves maintaining and optimising inspection and packaging machinery, particularly Emetti systems, to support continuous and efficient production.
You will engage with production, operations, and engineering stakeholders across the plant to deliver high-quality, reliable, and efficient engineering services. Your work will directly contribute to minimising downtime, improving equipment performance, and supporting a safe and productive manufacturing environment.
Qualifications
1. Time-served Multiskilled Engineer with strong mechanical and electrical competence
2. Proven experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment
3. Strong problem-solving ability, able to diagnose and resolve issues on the spot
4. Confident working independently as well as within a team
5. Flexibility to work shifts and respond to production needs
Additional Information
If you are smart, passionate, innovative, culturally open, curious and collaborative, we’d like to hear from you.
What we offer at O-I:
6. starting rate: £22.90 per hour
7. Employer contribution pension plan (up to 11% contributions)
8. 25 days holiday per year
9. Life Assurance benefit - 4x Base Salary
10. Company Sick Pay
11. Bonus plan
12. Employee Assistance Programme
13. Supportive teams to help you grow and learn new skills
14. Secure onsite parking
Schedule:
15. 12 hour Shift Pattern
16. Dayshift, Nightshift
Supplemental pay types:
17. Performance bonus
O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds and creates a culture that welcomes a diversity of ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance. Apply through the “I’m interested” button today!