Engineer

ADM; Little Walden; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is looking for an Electrical or Mechanical Engineer in Little Walden. This mid-senior level role involves providing electro-mechanical support for production lines and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess FMCG experience and be skilled in troubleshooting, welding, and effective communication. This is a full-time position focused on maintenance and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Mid-Senior level experience required.
• FMCG manufacturing experience is essential.
• Demonstrated ability in team work and communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise safe operating procedures for contractors.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
• Complete all PPM schedules using diagnostic maintenance.
• Assist engineering department in budget targets.
• Undertake emergency breakdown repairs on production equipment.

Skills

FMCG experience

Stick, TIG and MIG welding

Troubleshooting and fault-finding

Excellent communication

Fork lift license

DSEAR/ATEX experience

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical or Mechanical Engineer based in Little Walden. The main purpose of the role is to provide electro‑mechanical support for our baking, mixing and packing lines, producing baked products and powder blends. Also, general site maintenance and basic fabrication works.

Work Hours

Mon – Thu 08:00 – 17:00, Fri 07:00 – 16:00.

Responsibilities

• To ensure supervision and safe operating procedures for visiting contractors
• To maintain Health & Safety rules and regulations
• To identify potential hazards/risks to the Health & Safety Manager/responsible person upon discovery
• To ensure all PPM schedules are completed and developed using predictive and diagnostic maintenance techniques
• To initiate improvement plans in a pragmatic and proactive manner
• To assist the engineering department in achieving its budget targets through the efficient use of materials and replacement parts
• To follow the correct accounting/authorisation process when ordering replacement parts
• Maintain and improve standards of hygiene and housekeeping in all areas of the factory
• To undertake emergency breakdown repairs in a timely and efficient way on all production equipment

Education & Experience

• FMCG experience
• Stick, TIG and MIG welding ideally
• Working knowledge of PPM systems
• Troubleshooting and fault‑finding diagnostics and resolution experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fork lift license
• Demonstrate team skills with a positive attitude and professional approach
• DSEAR/ATEX experience
• Dedicated and enthusiastic individual, who can demonstrate strong team working, problem‑solving and communication skills

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing