Mechanical Engineer – FMCG Plant Maintenance & Upgrades

Sofidel UK Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance Scheme

Pension (Salary Sacrifice)

Private Healthcare

Attendance Bonus

Staff Discount

Free Parking

Job summary

Sofidel S.p.A. is recruiting a Mechanical Engineer for our papermill in Leicester. You will join an established engineering team focused on continuous development, with a hands-on approach to solving problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key duties include reducing downtime, improving machine performance and supporting site-wide continuous improvement. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, safety and quality focus, and flexibility to cover shifts.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Apprenticeship or degree in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• FMCG/heavy industry background; at least 4 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-hand intervention during mechanical breakdowns and assist with troubleshooting.
• Repair and perform preventive maintenance per standards and plans.
• Check equipment and operating systems and correct where necessary.
• Maintain high-quality mechanical operations, standards and controls.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Problem solving

Manufacturing know-how

Education

Apprenticeship or degree in mechanical/electrical engineering

Job description

Sofidel S.p.A. is recruiting a Mechanical Engineer for our papermill in Leicester. You will join an established engineering team focused on continuous development, with a hands-on approach to solving problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key duties include reducing downtime, improving machine performance and supporting site-wide continuous improvement. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, safety and quality focus, and flexibility to cover shifts.