Multi-Skilled Engineer Electrical Bias West Yorkshire / North Yorkshire £21.26 per Hour + Excellent Benefits 48-Hour Week Over 4 Days Are you an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer with a strong electrical background looking to join a successful and established food manufacturing business? Due to continued investment and development, they are looking to appoint a Multi-Skilled Engineer to support their manufacturing operations across sites in the West Yorkshire / North Yorkshire area . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys fault finding, problem solving and continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Role Working as part of the engineering team, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving plant, machinery and site services, ensuring maximum reliability and performance. Completing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities. Diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment faults. Maintaining and improving plant, machinery, assets and site services. PLC fault finding, repair and programming. Supporting the continuous improvement of maintenance practices. Undertaking improvement projects to increase machine efficiency and output. Installing and commissioning new equipment when required. Ensuring all engineering work complies with food safety and Health & Safety standards. Using engineering systems and processes effectively, including CMMS. Maintaining appropriate shift documentation and supporting engineering stock control. Working collaboratively with Production and other departments to resolve engineering issues. The role will involve working with modern automated manufacturing equipment and requires a strong electrical skill set alongside broader mechanical engineering capabilities. The Candidate We are looking for a genuinely multi-skilled engineer with a strong electrical bias and significant experience within manufacturing, FMCG or a process environment. Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent. NVQ Level 3, ONC Electrical Engineering, BTEC Level 3 Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent. Strong electrical knowledge alongside multi-skilled engineering capabilities. PLC fault-finding, repair and programming experience. Experience with automated electro-mechanical manufacturing equipment. At least five years' experience within manufacturing, packaging or processing. Food manufacturing experience would be advantageous. Knowledge of facilities plant, steam boilers and refrigeration would be advantageous. Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Knowledge of 5S, Lean and TPM manufacturing techniques. A full UK driving licence and your own transport. The requirement for an electrical engineering qualification, strong electrical background, PLC experience and manufacturing experience is central to the position. 21.26 per hour ~24 days' annual leave ~ Health plan ~ Bike and car schemes ~ Private healthcare subject to qualifying service ~ Opportunity to develop your engineering skills further within an established manufacturing business Pay: £21.26 per hour + excellent benefits If you are an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer with a strong electrical background and are looking for your next opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date CV.
Shift Engineer / Multi Skilled Engineer in York employer: Alaska Black
Alaska Black is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the East Midlands where you can thrive as a Site-Based Maintenance Electrician. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture that values teamwork and innovation, we provide comprehensive training opportunities and support for career advancement. Enjoy the benefits of working in a large commercial facility, where your skills will be recognised and rewarded, making a meaningful impact in our operations.
