Multi-Skilled Engineer – Weekend Shift
FMCG Manufacturing | Newcastle upon Tyne
Scantec Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading FMCG manufacturing business near Newcastle to recruit a Multi-Skilled Engineer for their weekend engineering team.
Production does not run at weekends, so this role is heavily focused on planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and project work. You’ll be part of a small, close-knit engineering team, supporting the site through scheduled maintenance, improvements and CAPEX activity.
The role is predominantly mechanical, with some basic electrical fault-finding and maintenance required.
Shift Pattern
1. Regular weekend work
2. 12-hour day shifts – Saturday & Sunday
3. Plus one additional 12-hour day shift during the week
(Flexible, typically Friday or Monday)
The Role
You’ll be responsible for providing engineering and technical support across production lines and ancillary equipment, ensuring all maintenance activities are carried out safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
4. Identify and implement line and process improvements
5. Ensure production lines are safe to operate
6. Plan and carry out preventative maintenance activities
7. Support CAPEX projects from planning through to implementation
8. Contribute to the training and development of line staff and apprentices
9. Set up, adjust and run production lines when required
10. Monitor line efficiency and downtime, contributing to action plans for improvement
11. Carry out mechanical fault finding, repair and replacement
12. Carry out electrical fault finding, repair and replacement within your level of competence
13. Ensure quality controls are followed, with ongoing review of spoilage, isolations and customer complaints
14. Support the implementation of WCP standards
15. Complete daily maintenance tasks including lubrication, cleaning and housekeeping
16. Maintain a safe, tidy working environment at all times
About You
17. Experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer from a fast-paced manufacturing environment (ideally FMCG)
18. Typically 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role
19. Strong mechanical background with basic electrical capability
20. Holds relevant engineering qualifications such as NVQ Level 3, HNC or HND (Mechanical or Electrical)
21. Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team
22. Strong safety awareness and attention to detail