Multi-skilled Shift Engineer- FMCG

Russell Taylor Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance

subsidised canteen and discountedスタッフ

Learning platform

Free parking

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group seeks a hands-on Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer for a fast-paced FMCG site in Deeside. You will maintain and improve a wide range of process, packaging and site equipment to keep production running safely and reliably.

You will work 4 on 4 off 12-hour shifts, independently and as part of a skilled team, to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency. The role offers a clear path for career progression within a modern facility.

Qualifications

• HNC or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical/Multi-Skilled Engineering is required.
• Experience in high-speed automated manufacturing environments is essential.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting across electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, predictive and reactive maintenance across production and site equipment.
• Diagnose and fix electrical and mechanical faults on processing machinery and utilities.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Assist installation, commissioning and repair of plant machinery.
• Perform workshop duties including machine repairs and fabrication.
• Support line adjustments, changeovers and technical support.
• Identify engineering improvements to boost efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Maintain engineering documentation and maintenance records.
• Collaborate with external contractors on site projects.
• Train colleagues on safe use and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

High-speed manufacturing experience

Fault-finding

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Education

HNC or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical/Multi-Skilled Engineering

Tools

Automated machinery

Packaging equipment

AC/servo drives

Job description

Role: Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer

Location: Deeside

Shift: 4 on 4 off shift (12-hour shifts 2days/2 nights)

Salary: £51,250 per annum

Benefits:

• Pension


• life assurance


• subsidised canteen and discounted staff shop


• learning platform


• free parking


• career progression opportunities

Are you a hands-on engineer who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are looking for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our clients FMCG engineering team and play a key role in keeping our production facility running efficiently, safely, and reliably.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with modern automated equipment within a continuous manufacturing environment, where your technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and proactive mindset will directly contribute to operational performance.

As a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving a wide range of process, packaging, and site equipment. Working both independently and as part of a skilled engineering team, you will help ensure minimal downtime and maximum production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance across production and site equipment


• Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults on processing machinery, packaging equipment, and utilities


• Respond quickly to breakdowns and equipment failures to minimise disruption to production


• Support the installation, commissioning, and repair of plant machinery and facilities


• Perform workshop duties, including machine repairs and component fabrication


• Assist manufacturing teams with line adjustments, changeovers, and technical support


• Identify and implement engineering improvements to increase efficiency and reduce downtime


• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and maintenance records


• Work collaboratively with external contractors and engineering partners on site projects


• Train and support colleagues on the safe use and maintenance of equipment

The Person

• Engineering qualification such as HNC or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical, Mechanical, or Multi-Skilled Engineering


• Experience working in a high-speed automated manufacturing environment (ideally FMCG or food production)


• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills across electrical and mechanical systems


• Experience with automated machinery, packaging equipment, and site services


• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively


• Strong commitment to health and safety

Desirable:

• Experience with integrated control systems


• Knowledge of automatic packaging and palletising systems


• Familiarity with AC drives and/or servo drive systems

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