At a Glance
- Tasks: Assess and support machinery performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure safety at our Dunstable site.
- Company: Join a dynamic engineering team in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, employee perks, and additional holiday for long service.
- Other info: Flexible Panama shifts with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring machinery safety and efficiency while working with a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Must have experience in FMCG and relevant mechanical or electrical engineering qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 35100 - 42900 £ per year.
Hours of work: Average of 38.5 hours a week
Shifts: Panama shifts, covering days 07.00am to 19.00pm and nights 19.00pm to 07.00am.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Shift Engineer to join us in our engineering department.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager you will assess and support machinery operational and safety performance at the Dunstable site, record issues found, and corrective actions taken to rectify issues, as well as respond to breakdowns.
Key areas of responsibility
- To routinely assess the machinery and report any defects that need attention to the Engineering Manager.
- To make safe and if necessary, prohibit the use of any machine that is liable to cause injury to any employee or visitor to the site.
- To communicate all areas of concern regarding the Plant, buildings, and machinery to the Engineering Manager.
- Troubleshooting and resolving problems in conjunction with the Shift Managers where necessary.
- Stock checks and requests for parts where necessary.
- Routine plant checks, chillers/compressors/vacuum systems.
- Carrying out any other appropriate instructions/tasks necessary to the success of the business as determined by Engineering Manager.
The person
- Strong individual with an analytical and logical approach to problem solving.
- Someone who has high attention to detail.
- A can-do attitude, able to overcome obstacles with a team approach.
- Organisational and planning skills to manage your time and to meet deadlines and objectives.
- Interpersonal skills that enable you to work with people at all levels and to motivate others.
Knowledge, training, and experience required
- Must have proven experience in FMCG environment
- Apprentice trained to minimum level 3, with relevant qualifications in mechanical or electrical engineering disciplines.
- Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Experience in using workshop equipment and tools, e. g., mitre saw, pillar drill and hand tools.
- Experience gained from working in a food / pharmaceutical environment
Package
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Option to buy additional days annual leave
- Life Insurance
- Additional days holiday for length of service (LOS)
- Vouchers for LOS
- Panama shifts, covering days and nights 7am to 7pm and 7pm to 7am
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Dependant on skills, experience and qualifications
Experience: Mechanical Electrical Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems
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Shift Engineer in Dunstable employer: Flexipol Packaging Limited
Join our dynamic engineering team as a Shift Engineer at our Dunstable site, where we prioritise safety and operational excellence. We offer a supportive work culture that values teamwork and problem-solving, alongside opportunities for professional growth through training and development. Enjoy competitive benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, additional holiday for length of service, and a vibrant workplace that fosters innovation and collaboration.
Contact Details:
Flexipol Packaging Limited Recruitment Team
