Multiskilled Engineer

Sofina Foods Europe; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Online Benefits Hub

Canteen

Life insurance

On-site parking

Referral programme

Health & wellbeing programme

Job summary

Sofina Foods in Haverhill is seeking an Engineer to provide frontline reactive maintenance on site. You will identify root causes, restore equipment, and implement cost-effective improvements to boost efficiency and reliability of plant assets.

The role involves 4 on 4 off days 0530-1730, with a focus on safety, lean maintenance and continuous improvement across sliced meat production equipment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge across disciplines.
• Breathing Apparatus and Fire Fighting certification is desirable.
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and TPM approaches.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Food industry experience with sliced meats equipment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on production equipment.
• Ensure machinery operates safely and efficiently per regulations.
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to minimise downtime and boost line efficiency.
• Uphold health, safety and environmental best practices.
• Contribute to lean maintenance, TPM and CI activities.

Skills

Multiskilled

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Education

NVQ Level 3 Engineering

Job description

Summary

A Key Role at the Heart of Our Manufacturing Excellence

Additional Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme

The Role

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide essential frontline reactive maintenance services to our site, swiftly identifying and addressing root causes to restore equipment to full operational status. You will also proactively seek and implement cost-effective improvements to enhance the efficiency and reliability of site assets and equipment.

This site processes sliced pork products.

Shift pattern 4 on 4 off days 0530-1730

Your Key Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance across a range of production equipment
• Ensure all machinery operates efficiently, safely, and in line with regulatory requirements
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to minimise downtime and improve line efficiency
• Uphold best practices in health, safety, and environmental compliance
• Contribute to lean maintenance practices, including TPM and CI tools

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone with a strong multi skilled background and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

You’ll Have

• A recognised NVQ Level 3 qualification in Engineering or equivalent
• Solid electrical and mechanical knowledge with the ability to work across disciplines
• Awareness or certification in Breathing Apparatus and Fire Fighting (desirable)
• A sound understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation
• Experience with lean manufacturing and TPM methodologies
• A commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Food experience working with sliced meats production equipment such as multi vac, meat slicers, packaging, meat prep and bowl choppers an advantage.

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive rates
• Online Benefits Hub
• Canteen
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Company pension
• Referral programme
• Health & wellbeing programme

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.

Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.

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.

Schedule

12 Hour Shift, Day Shift

Location

Haverhill, Suffolk

Hours of Work

Full-time

Company

Sofina Foods

Country Code

GB

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