Mechanical Production Engineer – FMCG Packaging

Diageo plc; Leven; Remote; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Shares scheme

Bonus

Job summary

Diageo plc in Leven, Fife seeks a Mechanical Production Engineer for a 1 Year Fixed Term Contract. You’ll focus on mechanical reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of assets, collaborating across maintenance teams and operations.

The role requires driving maintenance programs, ensuring parts availability, and reducing downtime while upholding safety standards. You’ll report maintenance outcomes in SAP and champion safety, quality, and site excellence to support Diageo’s iconic

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and environmental risk principles.
• Production or FMCG experience is preferred.
• Collaborative team player who can make confident decisions.
• Strong problem-solving abilities in dynamic environments.
• Natural innovator who drives improvements and manufacturing excellence.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and deliver maintenance with minimal disruption.
• Design and refine maintenance programs to optimise asset performance.
• Respond to plant issues with a calm, solutions-focused approach.
• Report maintenance outcomes using SAP to share guidelines.
• Uphold safety and quality standards across the site.

Skills

Health & Safety knowledge

FMCG experience

Team player

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

Engineering qualification

Health & Safety qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Diageo plc in Leven, Fife seeks a Mechanical Production Engineer for a 1 Year Fixed Term Contract. You’ll focus on mechanical reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of assets, collaborating across maintenance teams and operations.

The role requires driving maintenance programs, ensuring parts availability, and reducing downtime while upholding safety standards. You’ll report maintenance outcomes in SAP and champion safety, quality, and site excellence to support Diageo’s iconic