Multi-skilled Engineer; Electrical Bias

Position: Multi-skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias)
At Valeo Foods UK we bring together a family of much-loved UK food brands supported by the scale and ambition of a global investment partner. From Kettles bold crunch to Rowses natural sweetness, through to Matthew Walker and Barratt Sweets, our portfolio blends heritage, craft and category-leading innovation. Alongside our branded portfolio, we are also one of the UKs largest suppliers of private label products, partnering with major retailers to deliver quality and category expertise that meets the needs of millions of households every week.

As a business, were on a journey of transformation. Were strengthening our operations, driving quality and investing in our people. Its an exciting, fast-moving environment where heritage meets new thinking, and where every colleague contributes to shaping the future of food across the UK. Join us and play your part in building the next chapter of some of Britains most loved brands.

Job Description Multi-skilled Engineer - Electrical Bias - Based at Gateshead 4 on 4 off, 6am till 6pm and 6pm till 6am (rotating shifts) We're Hiring Electrically biased Multi skilled Engineers Join Us in Gateshead! Valeo Foods UK is on the lookout for talented Multi skilled Engineers to join our team at our Gateshead site home of the much-loved tortilla crisps and rice cakes .

If you're passionate about engineering, thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and want to be part of a positive can do team that keeps some of the UKs favourite snacks on the shelves, wed love to hear from you! What you'll be doing:
Daily repair of machinery and carrying out proactive tasks when possible Planning and Monitoring machine performance Monitoring failure Supporting External Contractors Technical support for production when required To maintain the highest standards in housekeeping, adopting a clean as you go policy. To maintain the highest standards when completing paperwork and works sign off. Key areas of the role: H&S and safe work practices Food safety, minimizing day to day risks with running of the plant and involving contractors Plan is king, ensure that the company can hit its required targets Firefighting machinery / site services upkeep and carrying out ongoing maintenance PPM in a timely manner Promote and contribute to the continuous improvement of the running of the company Minimize down time Train / guide production staffin the correct way to treat our machinery and help train our maintenance technicians from within our department.

Work on projects as allocated by the Engineering Manager Any other duties as requested by the Engineering Manager Qualifications Relevant Electrical Engineering qualification with basic mechanical skills Able to prove competency in all forms of isolation and electrical safety Proactive / use your own initiative

Experience of FMCG operations PC Literate (thereby able to use computer-based maintenance systems) Additional Information What we offer you in return 4 on 4 off, 6am till 6pm and 6pm till 6am (rotating shifts) Excellent Career Opportunities Matched pension scheme up to 10% Death in service Cycle to work scheme Retailer discount platform Staff discount And plenty more!