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Shift Technician

Multi Skilled Technician

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off, 7am-7pm (days & nights)
Salary: £54000 per year

 

Following significant investment and a strong commitment to the long-term future of the Shropshire operations. The site has benefited from approximately £50+ million in upgrades, including enhancements to infrastructure, automation systems, and high-speed filling machines.

In addition, the site has secured further investment in state-of-the-art warehousing and storage solutions, alongside developments in new product lines and substantial upgrades to its yogurt and fruit processing facilities. With a positive outlook and growth on the horizon, this is an exciting opportunity to join the flagship site in the UK, working for a well-known and beloved brand with a mission to bring joy to its customers.

You should have a background in maintaining fast-moving, complex manufacturing or logistics environments. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical and electrical expertise in production or process settings, with proven experience working on fast-moving machinery, pumps, valves, and PLCs. Apprentice-trained, you’ll possess solid knowledge of filling and process technology, preventative maintenance techniques, and demonstrate excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills. Strong team-building and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

 

Role: Our clients are looking for Multi Skilled Shift Technician. The successful candidate will be responsible for both reactive and planned maintenance activities.

Benefits:

  • Up to 5% bonus
  • Health care cash plan
  • 282 hours annual leave
  • Pension scheme (up to 4% match)
  • Long-term career growth

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and improve plant and equipment
  • Perform day-to-day maintenance
  • Ensure compliance with safety and food standards
  • Complete planned maintenance tasks
  • Diagnose and repair faults
  • Champion health and safety
  • Provide technical support and expedite parts as needed

Requirements:

  • Experience in multi-skilled engineering in a fast-paced environment
  • Mechanical and electrical engineering skills
  • HNC or equivalent, with experience on machinery, conveyers, pumps, valves, and electrical fault finding.
  • Knowledge of FMCG environments is a plus
  • Strong problem-solving and maintenance skills
  • Good communication and teamwork abilities

 

If this is something that would be of interest, then click apply now

Job information

  • Location: Market Drayton, Shropshire
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Engineering
  • Salary: £54k per year + Signing on Bonus
  • Published: January 17, 2025

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