Multi-Skilled Shift Maintenance Engineer - High-Speed FMCG Food & Drinks Manufacturing Sector
Location: West Midlands
Commutable from Wolverhampton, Dudley, Walsall, Birmingham, Telford, Stourbridge, Kidderminster, Lichfield, Stone, Staffordshire, Stoke on Trent, Smethwick, West Bromwich, Cannock, Bromsgrove, Halesowen
Salary: £42,000 - £48,000 + Shift Allowance + Benefits
The Opportunity
A leading, well-invested beverage manufacturing and packaging facility is seeking talented multi-skilled engineers to join their growing maintenance team. With significant investment in both bottling and canning capability, and further expansion planned, this is an excellent opportunity for ambitious engineers to build a rewarding career in a modern FMCG environment.
The Role
Working on a shift basis, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of high-speed production lines through a blend of planned preventive maintenance and rapid response to breakdowns. You will gain experience across both bottling and canning equipment, work closely with production colleagues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
We are interested in engineers who:
Are recently time-served apprentices looking for their first move post-apprenticeship.
Are part-way through their career and ready for a new challenge in a fast-paced sector.
Possess drive, ambition, and an innovative, problem-solving mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on high-speed bottling and canning lines.
Rapidly diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and automation faults.
Collaborate with production and quality teams to resolve issues and improve performance.
Contribute ideas and practical input to continuous improvement projects.
Maintain compliance with health, safety, and food/beverage industry standards.
2 Shift System - Monday to Friday only
About You
Engineering apprenticeship (multi-skilled, mechanical 40%, or electrical 60%).
18th edition qualification desirable or willing to study
Some experience in manufacturing maintenance - FMCG or comparable high-speed production desirable.
Knowledge of 3-phase motors, inverters, PLC fault finding, belts, bearings, pumps, pneumatics, hydraulics.
Self-starter with strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to learn.
The Benefits
Competitive base salary plus shift allowance.
Modern manufacturing facility with ongoing investment.
Career progression opportunities into senior engineering roles.
Ongoing technical and personal development.
To apply without delay please send your CV with reference LX #(phone number removed)