Multi Skilled Engineer

Sofina Foods Europe; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofina Foods is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer for our Value Add site in Haverhill. You will maintain plant and equipment, respond to breakdowns and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

Working closely with Engineering and Production, you will help minimise downtime and support operational performance across a fast-paced manufacturing site that processes pork products.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Eng or equivalent required.
• Electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge across disciplines.
• Experience in manufacturing/production environment.
• Solid understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation.
• Experience with continuous improvement, lean manufacturing or TPM.
• Strong fault-finding and problem solving skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload in a fast-paced setting.
• Good communication and teamwork across the business.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and respond to breakdowns.
• Maintain factory plant and equipment to maximise reliability and performance.
• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production to minimise downtime and improve efficiency.
• Ensure all activities comply with safety procedures and regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and TPM initiatives.
• Maintain maintenance records and engineering standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and safety.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 Eng

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Manufacturing experience

Health & Safety

Lean / TPM

Problem solving

Prioritisation

Communication

Operational excellence

Education

NVQ Level 3 Engineering

Job description

A key role at the heart of our manufacturing excellence

At Sofina Foods, our engineering teams play a vital role in keeping our operations running safely, efficiently and reliably. We're looking for a Multi‑Skilled Engineer to join our Value Add site in Haverhill, where you'll help ensure the performance and reliability of equipment that supports the production of high‑quality food products every day. This is an opportunity to join a skilled and collaborative engineering team in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. You'll be responsible for maintaining factory plant and equipment, responding to breakdowns, driving continuous improvement and helping minimise downtime across the site. Working closely with colleagues across Engineering and Production, you'll play a key role in supporting operational performance while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance.

Please note: this site processes pork products. Shift pattern 4 on 4 off days 0530-1730

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Key Duties

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns
• Maintain factory plant and production equipment to maximise reliability and performance
• Support root cause analysis activities and implement effective corrective actions
• Work collaboratively with production teams to minimise downtime and improve operational efficiency
• Ensure all engineering activities are completed safely and in line with site procedures and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the engineering function
• Support lean manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with engineering standards
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability and safety

The Ideal Candidate:

We're looking for someone with a proactive approach, strong technical capability and a commitment to delivering high standards.

You'll ideally have:

• A recognised NVQ Level 3 qualification in Engineering, or equivalent
• Strong electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge with the ability to work across multiple disciplines
• Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment
• A good understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation
• Experience of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing or TPM principles
• Strong problem‑solving and fault‑finding skills
• The ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the business
• A commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence

It would be advantageous if you also have:

• Experience working within the food manufacturing sector
• Food experience working with sliced meats production equipment such as multi vac, meat slicers, packaging, meat prep and bowl choppers
• Breathing Apparatus and Fire Fighting certification or experience

Why join Sofina Foods?

At Sofina Foods, we're passionate about developing talented people and creating opportunities for long‑term careers. You'll be joining a business that values teamwork, continuous improvement and operational excellence while providing the training and support needed to help you succeed. This role offers the opportunity to work with modern manufacturing equipment, contribute to site performance and be part of a business committed to investing in its people and operations.

About Sofina

Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact. With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe. At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents. Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation