Engineer

Moulton Bulb Co. Ltd; Moulton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Company pension

On-site canteen

Bereavement leave

Sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Long service rewards

Shallot More discount platform

Wellbeing hub

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Moulton Bulb Company is seeking an experienced engineer to perform reactive and preventative maintenance across the site, ensuring machinery operates at peak efficiency without compromising quality. You will collaborate closely with site Technicians and Line Leaders to keep equipment fully operational and compliant with company standards.

The role includes planned maintenance, breakdown support, and working with Engineering Supervisors and managers to minimise downtime and control costs.

Qualifications

• Experienced engineer with mechanical and electrical engineering qualification.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Able to communicate clearly at all levels.
• Preferably experience in food manufacture industry.
• Self-driven, adaptable to change.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and breakdowns across the site to minimise downtime.
• Recommend solutions to reduce downtime and identify areas for improvement in machine performance.
• Complete maintenance, servicing and general duties, escalating issues to the Engineering Lead/Supervisor as required.
• Work with Engineering Supervisors to minimise equipment purchases while ensuring tasks are completed.
• Collaborate with Engineering Supervisors, Engineering Manager, Grader Manager, Line Leaders, and suppliers to maximise efficiency.
• Ensure effective resolution of breakdowns with minimal production impact.
• Supervise external contractors on site, ensuring policies and procedures are followed.
• Complete engineering paperwork accurately to support audits.
• Book out and restock parts in site stores.
• Maintain detailed records of tasks to support audit compliance.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Clear communication

Food manufacturing experience

Education

Mechanical & Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated engineer to perform reactive and preventative maintenance to ensure machinery operates at peak efficiency without compromising quality. Collaborate closely with site Technicians and Line Leaders to ensure all equipment remains fully operational and is maintained in line with company standards.

Working hours 6:30am to 06:30pm on a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern

The position:

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and breakdowns across the site to minimise downtime.
• Recommend solutions aligned with the engineering strategy to reduce downtime and identify areas for improvement in machine performance.
• Complete maintenance, servicing and general duties, escalating issues to the Engineering Lead/Supervisor where required.
• Work closely with the Engineering Supervisors to minimise equipment and tool purchases while ensuring all necessary tasks are effectively completed.
• Work closely with the Engineering Supervisors, Engineering Manager,Grader Manager, Line Leaders, machinery suppliers and manufacturers to ensure maximum efficiency is achieved.
• Ensure effective and timely resolution of breakdowns and issues, with minimal impact on production.
• Supervise external contractors working onsite, ensuring policies and procedures are communicated and always followed.
• Complete engineering paperwork accurately and competently to support compliance and audit readiness.
• Work closely with Engineering Team Leaders/Supervisors to minimise equipment and tool purchases while ensuring required tasks are completed effectively.
• To book out and restock when required, parts held in the site engineering stores.
• Maintain detailed records of all engineering tasks to support audit compliance.

The Perfect Candidate Should have:

• Experienced engineer ideally with a mechanical and electrical engineering qualification.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify the root causes and resolve issues.
• Proven organisational skills.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
• Preferable industry knowledge: experience working in food manufacture industry.
• Self-driven, self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Flexible working approach and ability to adapt to change

Why join Moulton Bulb Company:

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:

• Competitive company pension scheme
• On-site staff canteen
• Free, convenient on-site parking
• Compassionate paid bereavement leave
• Company sick pay
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme & Doctor Line access
• Long service rewards and recognition
• Christmas gift voucher as a thank you from us
• Supportive family-run business that values its people
• Savings and cashback offers through the exclusive Moulton Bulb discount platform "Shallot More"
• Free access to a comprehensive wellbeing hub
• Clear career progression pathways and internal promotion opportunities