Maintenance Engineer

Nestlé SA; Sudbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Days-based Maintenance Engineer to enhance operational efficiency at its Sudbury factory. This role involves supporting asset maintenance to minimize downtime and improve performance. Ideal candidates will have FMCG manufacturing experience and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. Join a team committed to safety and quality, where your contributions will directly impact the production of beloved pet food brands. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development in a company that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working

Pension

Development opportunities

Bonus schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG food manufacturing preferred.
• Proven track record in Planned Preventative Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Support the factory's asset maintenance program to minimize downtime.
• Perform reactive, preventative, and predictive maintenance.

Skills

FMCG manufacturing maintenance experience

Planned Preventative Maintenance

Root cause analysis

Problem-solving tools

Lean manufacturing tools

Education

Apprenticeship-level NVQ 3 in Engineering

Job description

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Job Title – Days Based Maintenance Engineer

Location – Sudbury Factory

Shift Pattern – Monday to Friday, 42 hours per week

Championing diversity and inclusion is important; embracing different perspectives and providing equal opportunities fosters creativity and business growth.

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Days-based Maintenance Engineer at our Nestlé Purina site in Sudbury.

The Sudbury factory employs 200 staff and produces popular UK brands such as Go-Cat, Bakers, Purina ONE, BETA, and Pro Plan, catering to diverse consumer needs. Sudbury, located in the Stour valley, offers natural beauty and proximity to London via Colchester.

At Purina PetCare, we are committed to enhancing pets' lives because we are pet owners ourselves.

Manufacturing at Nestlé focuses on delivering high-quality products efficiently, supporting our journey towards being a LEAN Enterprise—a significant global transformation.

A day in the life of a Days Based Maintenance Engineer

You will support the factory's asset maintenance program to minimize unplanned downtime, optimize costs, and improve asset performance. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, supporting line improvements, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance, and developing team capabilities.

Other key duties:

• Perform reactive, preventative, and predictive maintenance.
• Support breakdowns and contribute to continuous improvement projects.
• Promote a safety-first culture and eliminate risks.
• Ensure all work adheres to engineering standards, GMP, and safety protocols.
• Record breakdowns, conduct root cause analysis, and follow up on actions.
• Support root cause analysis and team development initiatives.

What will make you successful?

Ideal candidates will have FMCG manufacturing maintenance experience, a proactive approach, and a passion for continuous improvement. Attributes include:

• Apprenticeship-level NVQ 3 in Engineering (Multi-skilled), with Electrical bias preferred, or equivalent.
• Experience in FMCG food manufacturing preferred.
• Proven track record in Planned Preventative Maintenance.
• Experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving tools.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools, including TPM (desirable).

What you need to know

We offer competitive salary and benefits, including bonus schemes, flexible working, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and flex leave, pension, and development opportunities.

Applications are reviewed on receipt, and the vacancy may close early if filled.

We value diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including gender identities, ethnicities, disabilities, and the LGBT+ community. Please inform us of any accommodations needed during the application process. Learn more about our Colleague Networks and our commitment to inclusion here.

We are an equal opportunity employer and may collect data to monitor our recruitment efforts. Be yourself—everyone else is taken!