Mechanical Engineer

Role:
Mechanical Engineer

Location:

Kettering

Hours:

Rotating Shift Pattern

Salary: £53,487, increasing to £56,303 upon successful sign-off as competent in role

• 2 x Mornings: 06:00 - 14:30
• 2 x Afternoons: 14:00 - 22:30
• 2 x Nights: 22:00 - 06:30
• 4 Days Off

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Back End Line Engineer to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for maintaining and improving the performance of Back End equipment, ensuring safe, efficient and reliable production.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive engineer looking to develop their skills within a supportive and dynamic production environment.

• Maintain Deco, Inside Spray, Necker and Palletiser equipment
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly preventative maintenance tasks
• Respond to breakdowns and carry out fault finding
• Ensure equipment meets quality and safety standards
• Complete maintenance records and production documentation
• Support line efficiency and minimise downtime
• Work closely with Production Teams, Team Leaders and Shift Managers
• Provide effective shift handovers and support continuous improvement initiatives

Essential:

• Engineering qualification or equivalent experience
• Experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to interpret data and work independently or as part of a team

Desirable:

• Engineering Degree
• Time-served engineering apprenticeship
• Fabrication and welding experience
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles