Mechanical Engineer

Impact Recruitment; Corby; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in Corby is offering an excellent trainee-level opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer. This permanent role provides extensive training and career growth within a supportive environment, requiring a proactive approach to learning and mechanical aptitude. Ideal for those looking to start a long-term career in engineering.

Benefits

Extensive training and development opportunities

Permanent contract with a stable business

Progression into skilled engineering roles

Good canteen facilities

Free parking

Qualifications

• Mechanically minded through experience, hobbies, or qualifications.
• Proactive approach to learning and record-keeping.
• Reliability and organization in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Learn to set up and run production lines to meet targets.
• Perform routine maintenance and record keeping.
• Monitor machine performance and report issues.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Proactive learning

Problem-solving

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification

Job description

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Are you mechanically minded or recently completed a qualification in mechanical engineering? Are you looking for a trainee-level opportunity within a manufacturing environment where you can learn, develop, and build a long-term career? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business based in Corby. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent role with a company offering excellent stability, long-term career prospects, and full training within a supportive working environment.

Location: Corby
Shift: Panama / Continental Shift Pattern - 12-hour shifts (6am-6pm and 6pm-6am), rotating days and nights.
You will work an average of 42.5 hours per week over a 2-week repeating rota (working only 7 days out of 14).
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Duties:

• Learn how to set up and run allocated production lines efficiently to meet targets
  * Maintain high standards of product quality throughout the shift
  * Carry out basic mechanical adjustments and learn to perform routine maintenance
  * Control material usage to minimise waste and maintain product specifications
  * Complete accurate shift reports and production records (training provided)
  * Work closely with the shift leader, material handlers, packers, and quality teams
  * Monitor machine performance and take corrective action when needed (with support)
  * Learn to care for and maintain tools, machinery, and equipment
  * Follow all company rules including Health & Safety, hygiene, housekeeping, and production procedures

The ideal candidate must:

• Be mechanically minded - either through work experience, personal hobbies, or a mechanical engineering qualification
  * Be looking for a trainee opportunity with full training provided
  * Have a proactive approach to learning, problem-solving, and supporting production
  * Be reliable, organised, and capable of learning how to maintain accurate records
  * Be flexible with working a rotating Panama shift pattern
  * Previous manufacturing experience is beneficial but not essential - full training provided
• Extensive training and development opportunities
  * Permanent contract with a stable and growing business
  * Progression opportunities into skilled engineering roles within the business
  * Good canteen facilities
  * Free parking

If this role sounds of interest to you, then please apply with an up-to-date CV.
Impact Recruitment is an employment agency working on behalf of our client.