Mechanical Technician

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Yolk Recruitment Ltd is supporting an established manufacturer in the UK food sector. This high-volume operation runs a 3-shift pattern and invests in modern machinery to support long-term engineering development.

As a time-served Mechanical Technician you will support production performance, keep machinery safe and performing to specification, and drive continuous improvement across shifts. The role requires at least 3 years' experience in FMCG or high-speed production, with strong

Qualifications

• Time-served Mechanical Technician with at least 3 years' experience in manufacturing.
• Background in FMCG, packaging, food processing, or other high-speed production environments.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving capability.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and operational support within a fast-paced manufacturing area.
• Set and adjust machinery to meet quality, output, and performance targets.
• Maintain and support automated inspection systems.
• Carry out fault finding, corrective actions, and detailed machine inspections.
• Respond effectively to both minor and major breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance to improve equipment reliability.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Maintenance planning

Team collaboration

3-shift operations

Job description

Are you a time-served Mechanical Technician looking for a secure, well-paid role within a high-volume manufacturing environment?

Yolk Recruitment is supporting an established manufacturer that supplies some of the UK's most recognisable food brands. Operating on a 3-shift pattern, this business has enjoyed consistent growth for over a decade and continues to invest heavily in modern machinery and the long-term development of its engineering team.

What You'll Do:

You will be a key part of the engineering function, supporting production performance and ensuring machinery operates safely, efficiently, and to specification. Working closely with colleagues across shifts, you will contribute to continuous improvement and step up to resolve issues as they arise.

• Provide engineering and operational support within a fast-paced manufacturing area
• Set and adjust machinery to meet quality, output, and performance targets
• Maintain and support automated inspection systems
• Carry out fault finding, corrective actions, and detailed machine inspections
• Respond effectively to both minor and major breakdowns to minimise downtime
• Deliver planned preventative maintenance to improve equipment reliability

What You'll Bring:

You will be a proactive and adaptable technician who enjoys working in a collaborative environment while remaining confident making decisions independently when required.

• Time-served Mechanical Technician with at least 3 years' experience in manufacturing
• Background in FMCG, packaging, food processing, or other high-speed production environments
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving capability
• Comfortable working a rotating 3-shift pattern
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to communicate effectively across departments

Why You Should Apply:

This is a long-term opportunity with a stable and growing manufacturer that values its engineers and invests in their future. You will work with modern, automated equipment while benefiting from structured progression and competitive earnings.

• 3-shift pattern within a well-supported engineering team
• Structured development programme to support career progression
• Modern, well-invested manufacturing environment
• Secure role with a successful and expanding organisation

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