We have an opportunity available for a reliable and well-organised Shift Engineer to join our team. You will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations and control of our machinery, ensuring materials and equipment are readily available to support the smooth delivery of our operation.
Gunstones Bakery is part of the 2 Sisters Food Group. We are one of British business's most compelling success stories of the past 20 years. More than 13,000 colleagues drawn from 36 nationalities help to make a mind-boggling array of some of the finest food in Britain - Covering an array items such as hot cross buns, poultry, pizza, ready meals and ranges of soup.
The Role
* To operationally maintain existing machinery and equipment across the site by undertaking work and testing on a regular basis and respond quickly and effectively to breakdowns, ensuring down time and disruption is kept to a minimum, using root cause analysis.
* The Engineer will provide a rapid respond to breakdown situations and provide correct and timely fault diagnosis and repairs.
* The Engineer will also complete plant maintenance and support the Operations team where appropriate.
* They will identify opportunities for improvements within engineering processes and recommend solutions
* High standards in relation to Health & Safety, Housekeeping, statutory regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices are also intrinsic to the role.
Skills, Qualifications & Requirements
* Highly organised, ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast paced environment meeting deadlines of tasks
* Relevant qualification in Mechanical/Electrical engineering
* Proficient computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft software package
* Previous experience in a similar role ideal, but not essential as full training will be provided
* Strong planning /organising / communicator
* Ability to prioritise and work effectively under pressure.
* Highly developed communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
* Self-motivated and proactive approach to work
* Stay calm in a crisis
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Experience:
* Mechanical Engineering/Electrical Engineering: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person