FMCG Manufacturing | 4 on 4 off | Days & Nights | £52000
If you’re someone who’s happy getting their hands dirty, fixing real problems, and keeping the plant running the way it should.
You’ll be part of the team that keeps production moving by maintaining, repairing and improving plant equipment. From breakdowns to planned maintenance, you’ll be trusted to do the job properly.
If you’re the type who enjoys fault-finding, preventative maintenance and working on large, specialist machinery, this role will suit you.
The role
You’ll be hands-on, day in, day out, working across a wide range of mechanical systems.
You will:
Respond to breakdowns and troubleshoot mechanical faults
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
Maintain, repair and improve plant equipment to maximise reliability
Work on hydraulics, pneumatics, drive chains and bearings
Carry out bearing fitting and alignment
Undertake fabrication, welding and fitting work as required
Support continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues and fixing them properly
Work safely at all times and follow site health and safety standards
This is a varied role. You won’t be stuck doing the same task every day. You’ll use skills from fitting, fabrication, welding and servicing, depending on what the plant needs.
Shift pattern
4 on 4 off
6:00am to 6:00pm
12 noon to 12 midnight
What You’ll Need
You’ll be a mechanically biased engineer with experience in a manufacturing or factory environment and a minimum Level 3 engineering qualification.
Just as important as your skills is your attitude.
You’ll need to:
Take health and safety seriously — no shortcuts
Be hands-on, flexible and comfortable in a busy environment
Be physically fit enough for a demanding role
Work well as part of a team and communicate clearly
You should also have:
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability
Good working knowledge of EHS processes
Experience diagnosing faults on hydraulics, pneumatics and drive systems
Desirable experience
Time-served apprenticeship
HNC or HND (or equivalent)
Background in heavy industry manufacturing
Knowledge of cutting and grinding regulations
Arc and MIG welding or basic fabrication
What you get in return
This is a well-paid, secure engineering role with a strong benefits package.
Salary up to £52,500 including allowances and bonuses
Pension scheme
Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rated for shift workers)
Employee wellbeing and assistance programme, including 24/7 online GP and mental health support
Health benefits including dental cover, health cash plan and eye tests
Financial advice and pension support
Retail and gym discounts
Life assurance at two times annual salary
Opportunity to take part in share and profit participation scheme
Final word
This isn’t a job for someone who wants easy shifts or light work.
It is a role for a mechanical engineer who takes pride in their craft, values safety, and wants to be part of a team that keeps a serious operation running properly.
If that sounds like you, this role is worth your time.
Hit apply now, and we can get the process started with a confidential call