Shift Engineer- Days and Nights Rotating Shift Pattern

Albert Bartlett; Worstead; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plans

Life assurance

Annual leave

Job summary

Albert Bartlett is seeking a skilled Shift Engineer to join our production team. This role involves operating, maintaining and troubleshooting production machinery on rotating day and night shifts to keep our fresh, chilled and frozen ranges running smoothly.

You will conduct preventive maintenance, document equipment performance, and drive continuous improvements in a dynamic manufacturing setting while ensuring a strong safety culture on site.

Qualifications

• Experience as an engineer in manufacturing or food production is desirable.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work rotating day and night shifts.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards in an industrial setting.
• Relevant technical qualifications or apprenticeship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot production machinery during rotating day and night shifts.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical issues swiftly and efficiently.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying equipment optimization opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and report on equipment performance.
• Adhere to all health and safety policies, promoting a safe working environment at all times.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Teamwork

Problem solving

Health & safety awareness

Education

Relevant technical qualifications or apprenticeship

Job description

Albert Bartlett, a pioneering leader in the potato industry since 1948, is on the lookout for a skilled and enthusiastic Shift Engineer to join our vibrant team. We pride ourselves on delivering top-quality potato products across fresh, chilled, and frozen ranges, and we believe that a strong engineering team is key to maintaining our excellence. As a Shift Engineer working rotating days and nights, you will be at the heart of our production process, ensuring all machinery operates efficiently and effectively. You'll play a vital role in troubleshooting, maintenance, and supporting continuous improvements on-site. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your skills will directly impact the company's success. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot production machinery during rotating day and night shifts.


• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical issues swiftly and efficiently.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying equipment optimization opportunities.


• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and report on equipment performance.


• Adhere to all health and safety policies, promoting a safe working environment at all times.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an engineer within a manufacturing or food production environment is highly desirable.


• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.


• Ability to work flexibly on rotating day and night shifts.


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.


• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.


• Knowledge of health and safety standards in an industrial setting.


• Relevant technical qualifications or apprenticeship preferred.

Benefits:

• Pension Plans Life Assurance Annual Leave Package