Electrical Shift Technician

Argon Engineering Ltd; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the Greater Manchester area is looking for an Electrically Biased Shift Technician to maintain and improve production assets. This role involves performing maintenance and repairs on systems, supporting continuous improvement activities, and ensuring high operational performance. Applicants should possess a recognized electrical qualification and experience in fast-paced environments.

Benefits

Opportunities for personal development and training

Involvement in a wide range of projects and improvement initiatives

Supportive and collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Multi-skilled engineer with electrical and mechanical experience.
• Hands-on experience in FMCG or a similar fast-paced process environment.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, repairs, and fault diagnosis on automated systems.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance and support breakdown resolution.
• Collaborate with production teams for safety and quality standards.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Recognised electrical qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds)

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Electrically Biased Shift Technician (Multi-Skilled)
Location: Stockport area
Hours: Monday - Friday double day shift
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are currently seeking a skilled and proactive Shift Technician with an electrical bias to join our engineering team. This is a key role responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving production and site service assets to ensure high performance across operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and fault diagnosis on a variety of automated and mechanical systems

• Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and support breakdown resolution

• Support and implement continuous improvement activities across production lines

• Collaborate with production teams to deliver high standards in safety, quality, and performance

• Contribute to line changeovers, capital projects, and equipment upgrades

• Maintain accurate maintenance and quality records using both digital and manual systems

• Ensure housekeeping and health & safety standards are consistently met

What's required:

• A multi-skilled engineer with strong electrical and mechanical experience

• Hands-on experience in FMCG or a similar fast-paced process environment

• Strong diagnostic skills using PLCs and computer-based systems

• A team player with a proactive, can-do approach and excellent communication skills

• Ability to interpret technical documentation and follow procedures accurately

• Comfortable working across shifts and responding flexibly to business needs

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Recognised electrical qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)

• Knowledge of health & safety standards (e.g. PUWER, COSHH, LOLER, EAWR)

• Competency in IT systems relevant to engineering and maintenance

Whats on Offer:

• A varied role in a supportive and collaborative environment

• Opportunities for personal development and training

• Involvement in a wide range of projects and improvement initiatives

• The chance to work with a team focused on achieving engineering excellence

If you’re an experienced shift technician with the drive to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career.