Shift pattern: Monday-Friday (either 6am to 2.40pm or 8am to 4.40pm)
At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and foster an inclusive, growth‑driven work environment.
We are currently hiring two multi‑skilled engineers at our specialist production site on the Isle of Bute. The site primarily produces our dairy‑free range of branded products, plus some retailer‑own products.
This is a hands‑on role where you will work with a range of equipment across our multi‑site operations to help the teams drive for continued site efficiency. Beyond reactive engineering requirements, you will also play a key role in reviewing and improving our PPMs, working with external partners to develop and retain knowledge, and reducing unplanned downtime.
You will also support R&D activities, ensuring lines are able to scale up production of new product lines.
Equipment you’ll be working with:
* Block cutters, slicers, graters, weight checkers, formers, belt conveyors, elevators, rollers, case packers, automatic pallet wrappers
YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY
* Conducting fault diagnosis, maintaining and servicing work safely and efficiently in accordance with OEM instructions, manuals, drawings, etc.
* Improving asset care standards across the department and ensuring the site is compliant.
* Utilising captured data to identify and support development of continuous improvement activities and driving these actions to completion.
* Utilising site maintenance systems to ensure all maintenance documentation is completed and archived in accordance with site procedures.
* Providing detailed technical guidance for the planning and completion of activities.
* Ensuring contractor management and control.
* Working closely with operations and quality/technical teams to communicate timelines, updates, and ensure any changes are signed‑off.
YOU’RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU ARE
* Multi‑skilled engineer with an HNC or HND background.
* Hands‑on experience with a broad range of equipment and machinery within a food production/manufacturing environment.
* Experience carrying out fault‑finding with PLCs (nice to have, not a prerequisite).
* Demonstrated experience with lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
* Experience working within a TPM environment.
* Demonstrable knowledge of permits to work, LOTO procedures, and other relevant H&S requirements on site.
* Comfortable using CMMS and able to interpret data to increase plant efficiency and identify top loss.
WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH
* Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas.
* Employer pension contributions.
* Health cash plan – claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care, etc.
* Access to Thrive 24‑hours a day – a leading NHS‑clinically approved app focused on general wellbeing.
* Long‑service recognition every 5 years.
* Life assurance.
* Discounted branded products.
* Free, onsite parking.
* Individual allocated lockers.
* My Staff Shop – access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings, providing great discounts from thousands of the UK’s largest retailers & service providers.
We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.
To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non‑physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.
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