Shift Engineers (Blackpool)

Reed Talent Solutions; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biscuit manufacturing company in Blackpool is seeking an experienced engineer to provide high-quality support to production operations. The role involves maintaining, repairing, and improving equipment to ensure optimal performance while prioritizing safety and hygiene. Candidates should have a multi-skilled apprenticeship or equivalent in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment, preferably in food or FMCG.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of health & safety and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Execute planned maintenance tasks and respond to equipment breakdowns.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults in production machinery.
• Document maintenance activities and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Multi-skilled apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

PLC systems

Job description

About us

Reed are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of Fox’s Burton’s Companies (FBC UK)!

FBC UK bake the UK's most incredible biscuits (we might be slightly biased, but we will leave that for you to judge). FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company. FBC UK are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, to name just a few, as well as a proud manufacturing partner to some of the biggest UK retailers and household names.

The key ingredient to FBC UK’s success is people, and the passion they have for their brands. You could be the jammy to our dodger, party ring to our Fox’s or the choc-chip to our Maryland?! We need people with innovative ideas, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the commitment to drive FBC UK to success. FBC UK are currently the second biscuit manufacturer in the UK market with a strong ambition of becoming UK Market Leader.

The role

To provide high-quality engineering support to production operations by maintaining, repairing, and improving plant and equipment. The goal is to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime in a fast-paced biscuit manufacturing environment. This role requires a proactive approach to both planned and reactive maintenance, with a strong focus on safety, hygiene, and product quality.

Key accountabilities

• Execute planned maintenance tasks as outlined in the CMMS maintenance schedule.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, carrying out repairs and logging all actions and follow-ups in the CMMS.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults across a variety of food production machinery (e.g., ovens, conveyors, mixers, multi-head weighers, baggers).
• Support production teams during changeovers and start-ups to reduce delays and ensure smooth transitions.
• Accurately document all maintenance activities on a daily/shift basis via the CMMS.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment reliability and performance.
• Assist with engineering-led projects, including equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas in accordance with 5S principles.
• Ensure all tasks are completed safely and in compliance with site Health & Safety and food hygiene standards.
• Proactively identify and report safety risks, unsafe practices, or equipment issues.

Skills & experience

Main Ingredients for the Role:
• Time-served multi-skilled apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment, preferably within the food or FMCG sector.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Working knowledge of PLC systems (fault-finding capability required; programming experience not essential).
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety, food safety, and hygiene regulations. Key Competencies:
• Excellent problem-solving skills • High attention to detail • Clear and confident communicator
• Resilient and adaptable under pressure
• Team-oriented with a proactive mindset
• Committed to continuous personal and professional development
• Flexible with shift work and overtime availability