Multi Skilled Engineer

Cranswick PLC; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranswick PLC in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Engineer to join our manufacturing facility. The role focuses on maintaining and improving production processes, ensuring quality and efficiency across operations.

Based on site, you will read schematics, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, perform welding, and lead maintenance teams. The position emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and collaboration with production staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with PLCs and electrical systems.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and welding skills.
• Ability to read schematics and diagrams.
• Previous supervisory/leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of safety standards in food production.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems in production facility.
• Read and interpret schematics and technical drawings.
• Perform welding and repair work to ensure equipment functionality.
• Implement preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Supervise maintenance teams and coordinate repair schedules.
• Collaborate with production staff to optimize operations.
• Ensure safety compliance and company policies.
• Support continuous improvement to enhance manufacturing efficiency.

Skills

PLCs

Electrical systems

Welding

Schematics reading

Leadership

English fluency

Food safety knowledge

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Engineer to join our team at Cranswick in Great Britain. Based in our manufacturing facility, the Engineer will play a vital role in maintaining and improving our production processes, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Working Hours

2on 2off, 3on 2off, 2on 3off 6:00am – 6:00pm

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems within the production facility.
• Read and interpret schematics and technical drawings.
• Conduct welding and repair work as needed to ensure equipment functionality.
• Implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Supervise maintenance teams and coordinate repair schedules.
• Collaborate with production staff to optimize operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and electrical systems.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and hands-on welding skills.
• Ability to read schematics and technical diagrams.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of safety standards related to food production facilities.
• Experience in maintenance within a food manufacturing setting is preferred.

'Join us at Cranswick where your engineering expertise helps shape the future of British food. If you’re ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment committed to quality, we’d love to hear from you— and become part of our dedicated team!'