Multi-Skilled Engineer - Food / FMCG

Dunraven Recruitment Limited; Eccleston; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing FMCG manufacturer is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer to maintain and repair production machinery. This role involves carrying out planned maintenance, operating site utilities, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates possess recognised electrical qualifications, mechanical capabilities, and strong communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary of £45,000 and a supportive work environment with no weekend shifts.

Benefits

No Weekends

Free Onsite Parking

Overtime pay

Holiday pay enhancements

Qualifications

• Multiskilled engineer with recognised electrical qualification.
• Background in regulated manufacturing is preferred but not essential.
• Confident working independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production machinery to high standards.
• Complete planned maintenance and inspections.
• Drive continuous improvement and loss-reduction activities.

Skills

Electrical qualifications

Mechanical capability

TIG welding experience

Strong communication skills

Record-keeping

Education

Apprenticeship / ONC / City & Guilds / 17th/18th Edition

Job description

Overview

Job Title : Multi-Skilled Engineer

Location : Chester

Salary : £45,000

Industry : Manufacturing / FMCG

Job Type : Permanent

Shift : Monday, Friday (Days)

Our client is looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their growing team. They are a fast-growing UK FMCG manufacturer producing high-quality products for major household brands.

Benefits

• No Weekends
• Free Onsite Parking
• Overtime pay
• Holiday pay enhancements

Multi-Skilled Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production machinery to high engineering, safety and hygiene standards
• Complete planned maintenance, inspections and accurate engineering records.
• Operate and maintain site utilities
• Support machinery installs, upgrades and relocations
• Drive continuous improvement, efficiency and loss-reduction activities
• Uphold GMP and clean-as-you-go standards across the site

Multi-Skilled Engineer Requirements

• Multiskilled engineer with recognised electrical qualification (Apprenticeship / ONC / City & Guilds / 17th18th Edition)
• Mechanical capability and TIG welding experience desirable
• Background in regulated manufacturing (preferred but not essential)
• Confident working independently and within a wider engineering team
• Strong communication skills and solid record-keeping
• Organised, self-motivated and able to work autonomously