Multiskilled Engineer (FMCG)

Michael Page; Penwortham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Not disclosed in the provided HTML, the Multi-Skilled Engineer and team lead will head a highly automated production facility's engineering team in the UK. You will drive maintenance strategies, oversee robot conveyors and other equipment, and collaborate with production to maximise line uptime and efficiency.

The role requires strong fault-finding, PLC/sensor/motor knowledge, and willingness to work shifts including weekends to support continuous operations in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Apprenticeship, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment (food industry desirable).
• Strong fault-finding skills across both electrical and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of PLCs, sensors, motors, and control systems.
• Proactive approach with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Flexible to work shifts, including weekends where required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the engineering team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment to minimise downtime.
• Implement and monitor preventative maintenance programmes to enhance equipment reliability.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards across all engineering activities.
• Coordinate with production teams to address technical challenges and optimise processes.
• Manage budgets and resources to achieve engineering objectives effectively.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
• Prepare and present reports on engineering performance and project progress.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

PLC knowledge

Conveyor systems

Fabrication skills

Team leadership

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering qualification

Apprenticeship/NVQ or equivalent

Job description

As a Multi-Skilled Engineer and team lead, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of plant equipment through both reactive and planned maintenance. You'll work closely with production teams to minimise downtime and improve overall equipment effectiveness.

Client Details

Our client is an international, leading manufacturer within the food production sector, currently seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer and team lead to join their growing engineering team at a highly automated production facility.

Description

• Lead and motivate the engineering team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment to minimise downtime.
• Implement and monitor preventative maintenance programmes to enhance equipment reliability.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards across all engineering activities.
• Coordinate with production teams to address technical challenges and optimise processes.
• Manage budgets and resources to achieve engineering objectives effectively.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
• Prepare and present reports on engineering performance and project progress.

Electrical experience required:

• Sensors (fixing)
• Motor swaps
• PLC experience (programming not required) PLC interrogation & modification required
• Fault investigation (up to PLC level)
• Inverter drives
• 3phase - installation & maintenance
• Fault finding

Mechanical experience required:

• Bearings and pneumatics
• Conveyors (fixes and mends)
• Fabrication e.g. making brackets/ repairs

Will be working on machinery such as:

• Robots
• Conveyors
• Mincers & Grinders
• (Not much with hydraulics)

Profile

The successful applicant will have:

• Qualified in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Apprenticeship, NVQ, or equivalent)
• Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment (food industry desirable)
• Strong fault-finding skills across both electrical and mechanical systems
• Knowledge of PLCs, sensors, motors, and control systems
• Proactive approach with strong problem-solving abilities
• Flexible to work shifts, including weekends where required

Job Offer

Weekly rotation shift pattern: 6-2, 2-10, 10-6.