At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and troubleshoot production equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join a well-established food manufacturing site in Wrexham.
- Benefits: Earn circa £50,000 with competitive benefits and overtime opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy extended rest periods with a continental shift pattern and great career development.
- Why this job: Be part of a collaborative team and make a real impact on production efficiency.
- Qualifications: Level 3 engineering qualification and experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
The predicted salary is between 35100 - 42900 £ per year.
We are looking for a skilled and proactive Shift Engineer to join a well-established food manufacturing site in Wrexham. Operating within a high-volume, fast-paced environment, you'll play a key role in ensuring production equipment runs safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem-solving and working as part of a collaborative shift team.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on manufacturing and packaging equipment
- Quickly diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime
- Support production teams to ensure machinery operates at optimal efficiency
- Complete preventative maintenance tasks in line with site schedules
- Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health & safety, food safety, and quality standards
- Accurately record maintenance activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Assist with equipment improvements, breakdown root cause analysis, and minor project work
- Work effectively on a continental shift pattern, handing over clearly between shifts
Qualifications & Experience:
- Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline (or equivalent)
- Proven experience working within a manufacturing environment (food, FMCG, or similar highly regulated sector preferred)
- Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and/or electrical systems
- A proactive, team-focused approach with good communication skills
- Ability to work calmly under pressure and make sound engineering decisions
Benefits:
- Competitive salary circa £50,000
- Continental shift pattern offering extended rest periods
- Company pension scheme
- Paid annual leave
- Overtime opportunities (x1.5)
- Training and development opportunities
Locations
Shift Engineer in Cheshire, Winsford employer: Omega Resource Group
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