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Shift Technician/Multi-Skilled Engineer - Mech/Elec Bias, Skelmersdale
Client: PepsiCo
Location: Skelmersdale, UK
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 5ab50219b78a
Job Views: 5
Posted: 25.08.2025
Expiry Date: 09.10.2025
Job Description:
Overview
Please note, the role is subject to consultation.
Why PepsiCo?
PepsiCo UK is renowned for its popular food and drink products, including Walkers, Doritos, Pepsi MAX, Quaker, and Pipers. Our Skelmersdale manufacturing site is a key part of the Walkers portfolio, producing snacks like Snack-a-Jacks and Monster Munch. We operate in a fast-paced environment where ideas turn into actions swiftly. We offer competitive salaries, bonuses, benefits, and career growth opportunities, making us a Top Employer for 14 years.
Position Summary
Reports to: Senior Reliability Manager
Working Hours: Continental shift pattern (3/2), rotating between days (05:45-18:00) and nights (17:45-6:00).
Salary & Benefits
* Annual Salary: £57,700 (including shift allowance)
* Quarterly Incentive: £1,400 to £3,200 annually based on KPI achievement
* Overtime, relocation, sponsorship options available
* Pension: Company matches contributions (you contribute 5%, we add 10%)
* Holidays: 23 days plus your birthday, with options to buy/sell extra days
* Other benefits: PPE, staff discounts, virtual GP, physiotherapy, cycle scheme, electric car scheme, subsidised canteen, long service rewards, parental leave, free parking
Main Accountability
As a technician, you will be a technical expert responsible for maintaining manufacturing assets, ensuring plant reliability through preventative and corrective maintenance, root cause analysis, and supporting autonomous maintenance teams.
Responsibilities
* Complete quality checks before and after maintenance
* Follow safety and regulatory standards
* Provide training and mentorship to autonomous maintenance teams
* Develop personal skills and ensure compliance with 5S standards
* Develop lubrication maps and support maintenance planning
* Lead root cause analysis sessions
* Ensure accurate work order and inventory management
* Adhere to maintenance instructions and support continuous improvement
* Own area responsibilities and provide technical support
* Maximise wrench time and prioritize workload
Qualifications
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, with hands-on experience
* Electrical/Mechanical qualification
* Electro-mechanical aptitude, electrical testing, SCADA, PLC knowledge
* Understanding of CMMS, good manufacturing practices
* Strong problem-solving, communication, and influencing skills
Key Behaviours
* Ownership of safety, quality, and performance
* Team contribution, responsibility, and respect
* Learning agility, coaching, and process adherence
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