Mechanical Engineer in Corby)

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

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Corby is looking for a Mechanical Engineer trainee. This role offers extensive training, excellent stability, and a permanent contract, along with progression opportunities into skilled engineering roles. Candidates should be mechanically minded and flexible to work a rotating shift pattern.

Benefits

Extensive training and development opportunities

Permanent contract

Progression opportunities

Good canteen facilities

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proactive approach to learning and supporting production.
• Reliability and organization skills.
• Looking for full training in a mechanical role.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run production lines to meet targets.
• Maintain high standards of product quality.
• Perform routine maintenance and mechanical adjustments.

Skills

Mechanical understanding

Problem-solving

Learning ability

Reliability

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification

Job description

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

Benefits:

* 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.