At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and improve cutting-edge production technology in a dynamic food manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join Natures Way Foods, a leading manufacturer with a diverse and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, life assurance, health cash plan, and flexible pay options.
- Other info: Great opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a rapidly growing team and make a real impact on food production.
- Qualifications: Level 3 engineering NVQ or equivalent, with a passion for learning and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 49000 £ per year.
Natures Way Foods is a leading manufacturer of prepared salads, coleslaw and food‑to‑go for supermarkets and retailers, working closely with farmers across Europe. Our inclusive culture spans 39 different languages and we operate four manufacturing facilities capable of producing over 326m units per year. We are expanding production lines and offer genuine opportunities to develop skills and progress within the organisation. We are looking for talented Engineers to join our rapidly growing business in Selsey, West Sussex.
Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you will join a team managing and maintaining some of the latest production technology within the food industry.
Responsibilities- You will already have Manufacturing experience (desirable)
- A good level of either Electrical or Mechanical knowledge (or both) plus a willingness to train and learn further in these areas
- Relevant engineering qualifications, minimum of Level 3 engineering NVQ or equivalent
- Ability to work at pace to complete tasks
- A good team player who likes to work in a collaborative manner
- Ability to communicate engineering matters across all departments when necessary
- Good analytical problem‑solving approach and numerical capability
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- IT literate
- Familiar with the use of CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System)
- Day‑to‑day maintenance and improvement of plant, assets, and services
- Effective use of engineering departmental systems and processes
- Ensure all work complies with food and H&S standards
- Completion of PPM tasks and formulation of improved maintenance practices
- Diagnose and repair equipment faults promptly
- Proactively identify and eliminate faulty processes
- Uphold and exceed standards of product quality and GMP
- Play an active role in the shift and be the go‑to person on shift
- Be aware of budget and stock control, maintaining shift paperwork
- Ensure buildings, plant & equipment are safe in design & operation
- Complete shift metrics and escalate appropriate action to the engineering manager
- Life Assurance
- Employer matched pension
- Health cash plan
- Cycle to work scheme
- Colleague discounts, e.g. Gym membership & shopping discounts
- Shift allowance
- Star Awards
- Flexibility in pay frequency each month
- Access to online GP
- Employee assistance programme
We look for passionate people, with a can‑do attitude and ambition to succeed. We love individuals who have high standards and lots of ideas, because we are always striving to improve and want you to help us do that.
Multi-Skilled Engineer employer: Natures Way Foods Ltd
Natures Way Foods is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture in Selsey, West Sussex, where employees can thrive in a collaborative environment. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits including health cash plans and flexible pay options, as well as genuine opportunities for skill development and career progression, we are committed to supporting our engineers in their professional journey while maintaining high standards of quality and safety in the food industry.
