Multi-Skilled Engineer

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector is seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer in Folkestone. The role includes maintenance of high-speed production machinery, ensuring operational efficiency, and collaboration within a dedicated team. Ideal candidates will possess both electrical and mechanical qualifications and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with processing and packaging machinery.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC & robotic issues.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and SMED projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute maintenance procedures and prioritize work according to plant needs.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety and Quality procedures.
• Drive efficiency through continuous improvement activities and automation.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Mechanical qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3)

Electrical qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3)

Job description

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers, and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination, and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate, and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

Are you an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer searching for a new exciting challenge?

If the answer is yes, then look no further. Church & Dwight UK Ltd has an exciting opportunity for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join our team on a permanent basis.

Based at our manufacturing site in Folkestone, this role involves maintenance and repairs of production and plant equipment, driving efficiency through continuous improvement activities and automation developments.

Multi-Skilled Engineers ensure that regular checks are completed and test plant equipment to ensure proper operation. Working as part of a small team, you will execute maintenance procedures, prioritize work according to plant needs and production schedules, and ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety and Quality procedures.

This role requires working a 12-hour shift on a rotating pattern from 6am to 6pm and 6pm to 6am, on a 4 on 4 off schedule.

The ideal candidate must have both electrical and mechanical backgrounds, with experience working on high-speed lines in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) environment.

You should be an enthusiastic team player with excellent problem-solving and communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with staff and contractors at all levels.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Extensive experience with processing and packaging machinery
• Mechanical qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Electrical qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Experience troubleshooting PLC & robotic issues
• Experience in reactive, planned, preventative, and predictive maintenance
• Knowledge of leading continuous improvement and SMED projects
• Understanding of COSHH regulations
• Basic Lean Six Sigma knowledge or qualifications is a plus

Please submit your CV to be considered for this position.

For more information about our company, brands, and culture, visit us at http://www.churchdwight.co.uk/.

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