Multi-Skilled Engineer

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their dynamic team in Folkestone. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment where innovation and collaboration are key. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing high-speed production equipment while driving efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives. If you have a strong electrical and mechanical background, and thrive in a fast-paced FMCG setting, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a company that values its employees and their contributions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with processing and packaging machinery.
• Mechanical and electrical qualifications at Level 3 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production and plant equipment.
• Execute maintenance procedures and prioritize work based on plant needs.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Mechanical Qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3)

Electrical Qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3)

Tools

PLC Systems

Robotic Systems

Processing and Packaging Machinery

Job description

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers, and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination, and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate, and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

Are you an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer searching for a new exciting challenge?

If the answer is yes, then look no further. Church & Dwight UK Ltd has an exciting opportunity for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join our team on a permanent basis.

Based at our manufacturing site in Folkestone, this role involves maintenance and repairs of production and plant equipment, while driving efficiency through continuous improvement activities and automation developments.

Multi-Skilled Engineers ensure that regular checks are completed and test plant equipment to ensure they operate within the correct specifications. Working as part of a small team, you will execute maintenance procedures, prioritize work in line with plant needs and production availability, and ensure that Health & Safety and Quality procedures are strictly followed.

This role requires working a 12-hour shift on a rotating pattern from 6am to 6pm and 6pm to 6am, on a 4 on 4 off schedule.

The ideal candidate must have both electrical and mechanical backgrounds, with experience working on high-speed lines in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) environment.

You should be an enthusiastic team player with excellent problem-solving and communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with all levels of staff and contractors.

Education and Experience Required:

• Extensive experience working with processing and packaging machinery
• Mechanical qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Electrical qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving PLC & robotic issues
• Experience in reactive, planned, preventative, and predictive maintenance
• Knowledge of leading continuous improvement and SMED projects
• Understanding of COSHH regulations
• Basic Lean Six Sigma knowledge or qualifications is a plus

Please submit your CV to be considered for this position.

For more information about our company, brands, and culture, visit us at http://www.churchdwight.co.uk/.

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