Multi Skilled Engineer

Winsearch; Warrington; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Winsearch in Warrington is seeking a time‑served Multi Skilled Engineer to help fix and maintain plant in a fast‑moving manufacturing environment. The role covers reactive and planned maintenance, safety, and operational support across shifts.

You will manage PPM tasks, operate CMMS, report performance, and work independently or with a team to improve reliability, efficiency and plant safety on site.

Qualifications

• Time‑served engineering apprenticeship with FMCG/manufacturing background.
• NVQ Level 4 or HNC desirable but not essential.
• Experience with electrical control systems, PLCs, automation and fault finding.
• Strong mechanical maintenance skills across process equipment.
• Knowledge of OEE, 5S, Lean, TPM and PPM.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise workload and use initiative.
• Willingness to support site-wide activities and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Fix and maintain equipment; perform reactive and preventive maintenance.
• Carry out ad hoc operational tasks when required.
• Keep colleagues, the Maintenance Manager, and Shift Managers informed through reporting.
• Follow task schedules and manage workload as needed.
• Complete tasks on time, in full, to a high standard.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Operate safely using Dynamic Risk Assessment principles.
• Repair plant and equipment; support development of PPM schedules.
• Complete PPM schedules and planned work orders as required.
• Operate forklift and elevating platforms when needed.
• Support visiting specialist engineers.
• Report root causes and faults to the Maintenance Manager.
• Use CMMS effectively; plan and prioritise workload.
• Manufacture simple spare parts using lathes/milling/welding machinery.
• Identify spares requirements and control usage.

Skills

Electrical control systems

PLCs

Automation

Fault finding

Diagnostic skills

Lean Manufacturing

5S

TPM

OEE

PPM

Education

NVQ Level 4

HNC

Tools

CMMS

Lathes

Milling machines

Welding equipment

Job description

Multi Skilled Engineer

Warrington, Cheshire

£53,352

2 Days, 2 Nights, 4 Off

18 days off every 5 weeks

Key Responsibilities:

• Fix and maintain equipment, carrying out reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks to support operational requirements.
• Carry out ad hoc operational tasks when required.
• Keep colleagues, the Maintenance Manager, and Shift Managers fully informed through relevant reporting systems.
• Follow a designated task schedule and manage or organise your own workload when required.
• Complete all tasks on time, in full, and to an acceptable standard.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• Operate safely at all times using Dynamic Risk Assessment principles.
• Carry out repairs to all types of plant and equipment in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Assist in developing planned preventative maintenance schedules.
• Complete PPM schedules and planned work orders as required.
• Operate maintenance Forklift Truck and Elevated Working Platform when needed.
• Support visiting specialist engineers.
• Report breakdown root cause, equipment faults, and concerns to the Maintenance Manager.
• Use the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) effectively.
• Plan and prioritise workload to support production and ensure efficient use of time.
• Raise and complete work requests using CMMS.
• Manufacture simple spare parts (brackets, gaskets, etc.) using lathes, milling machines, welding equipment, and similar machinery.
• Identify spares requirements and control/log usage.

The Person:

• Time‑served engineering apprentice with experience in FMCG, food and beverage, manufacturing, or similar industrial environments.
• Formal engineering qualifications such as NVQ Level 4 or HNC are desirable but not essential.
• Demonstrable experience with electrical control systems, PLCs, automation, and fault finding in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical maintenance background with excellent diagnostic and fault‑finding skills across a range of manufacturing and process equipment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with understanding of OEE, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and PPM.
• Able to work independently, prioritise workload, and use initiative to resolve issues effectively.
• Committed to challenging existing practices and driving improvements in reliability, efficiency, and performance.
• Willingness to support activities across all areas of the site as required.
• Maintains high standards of product safety, food safety, and personal safety, ensuring compliance with HSE, Environmental Health, HMRC, and all legislative requirements.

Keywords

Multi Skilled Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Electrical and Mechanical, PLC, Automation, PPM, Reactive Maintenance, CMMS, Fault Finding, Root Cause Analysis, Lean, OEE, 5S, TPM, Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Engineering Technician, Shift Engineer, Preventative Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Machinery Repairs, Engineering Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 4, HNC, Engineering Compliance, Safety, HSE, Engineering Support, Engineering Projects, Warrington, Cheshire

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