Maintenance Engineer

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Hardingstone; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer in the Northampton area seeks an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their rapidly growing team. This role involves a mix of Planned Preventative and Reactive Maintenance to ensure efficient operations within a modern production environment. Offering a competitive salary of £44,000 - £48,000, structured shift patterns, and clear career progression, this opportunity is perfect for those motivated to grow in a thriving FMCG sector. Apply now to secure a long-term position with great benefits.

Benefits

Very competitive benefits package

Ongoing training and development

Clear career progression opportunities

Structured shift pattern

Investment in modern equipment

Qualifications

• Experienced Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical or Multi‑Skilled).
• Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or automated production environments.
• Reliable, flexible, and motivated to progress within a growing organisation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on automated manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Fault‑finding and effective breakdown response in a time‑critical production environment.
• Support continuous improvement and engineering‑led initiatives.
• Work closely with production teams to maintain output, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Fault‑finding skills

Proactive maintenance approach

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Multi-skilled abilities

Job description

Maintenance Engineer - FMCG Manufacturing

£44,000 - £48,000 + Excellent Benefits | 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights) | Northampton

Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking to join a rapidly growing FMCG manufacturing business in the Northampton area, offering strong pay, excellent benefits, and genuine career progression?

We are working with a well‑established and expanding FMCG manufacturer seeking skilled Maintenance Engineers to support a modern, high‑volume production site in Northampton. This is a great opportunity to secure a long‑term role within a business investing heavily in people, equipment, and కె future growth.

The Role

Working within a fast‑paced FMCG environment, you'll be responsible for a balanced mix of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Reactive Maintenance, ensuring machinery and production lines operate safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.

Key responsibilities

• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on automated manufacturing and packaging equipment
• Fault‑finding and effective breakdown response in a time‑critical production environment
• Supporting continuous improvement, reliability, and engineering‑led initiatives
• Working closely with production teams to maintain output, safety, and quality standards

This role operates on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, rotating days and nights, offering a structured rota and excellent work‑life balance.

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical or Multi‑Skilled)
• Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or automated production environments
• Strong fault‑finding skills with a proactive maintenance approach
• Reliable, flexible, and motivated to progress within a growing organisation

What’s On Offer

• £44,000 - £48,000 salary (dependent on experience)
• Very competitive benefits package
• 4 on 4 off, rotating Days & Nights shift pattern
• Clear career progression opportunities within a rapidly expanding business
• Ongoing training, development, and investment in modern equipment
• Secure, long‑term role within a thriving FMCG manufacturing environment

Interested?

If you’re a Maintenance Engineer in or around Northampton looking for a well‑paid FMCG role with progression and a structured shift pattern, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now or register your interest today.