24/7 FMCG Maintenance Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical)

MacGregor Black; Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MacGregor Black is partnering with a leading FMCG manufacturing business to recruit a Multi Skilled Engineer on a permanent, full-time basis. This hands-on role provides electrical and mechanical maintenance across a high-volume, 24/7 site, supporting both planned and reactive tasks to maximise equipment reliability and OEE.

You will work closely with Maintenance and Production to resolve breakdowns, perform PPMs and drive continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with EHSQ policies and

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained engineer with a relevant engineering qualification.
• Proven experience in a multi-skilled maintenance or engineering role.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding and maintenance skills.
• Experience in manufacturing or production environments.
• Good understanding of industrial machinery, controls and PLCs.
• Experience in FMCG, food, beverage or process manufacturing is advantageous.
• CMMS/SAP experience would be beneficial.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on electrical and mechanical maintenance across the site.
• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance.
• Respond to breakdowns, fault-find and complete permanent repairs.
• Identify potential equipment failures through proactive maintenance and inspections.
• Support Production to minimise downtime and improve OEE.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and engineering projects.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using the CMMS.
• Work safely and comply with EHSQ policies.
• Support the wider Engineering and Maintenance team when required.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical maintenance

PPM

PLC knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork

Continuous improvement

Independence

Education

Apprentice-trained Engineer qualification

Tools

CMMS

SAP

Job description

MacGregor Black is partnering with a leading FMCG manufacturing business to recruit a Multi Skilled Engineer on a permanent, full-time basis. This hands-on role provides electrical and mechanical maintenance across a high-volume, 24/7 site, supporting both planned and reactive tasks to maximise equipment reliability and OEE.

You will work closely with Maintenance and Production to resolve breakdowns, perform PPMs and drive continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with EHSQ policies and