Mechanical Engineer

Position: Mechanical Engineer (Permanent)
Mechanical Engineer - New Production Projects
£35,000 to £42,000 plus £2,132 night shift allowance (once shifts start)
Milton Keynes | Permanent | Food Manufacturing

Here's the exciting part: for the first year, you will work Monday to Friday day shifts, focusing on hands-on projects to get brand-new production lines up and running.

You will be at the heart of the action:

Installing, commissioning, and testing new machinery
Working with specialist engineers to fine-tune equipment
Carrying out mechanical fault-finding during pre-production

It will be a full year of hands-on projects before moving onto a 4 on 4 off continental shift, including days and nights, once the lines go live. You will help keep everything running smoothly, improve processes, and support the production team.

What is on offer

Salary £35,000 to £42,000 plus night shift allowance once operational
Bonus up to 6 per cent per annum
Company pension with 7 per cent employer contribution
Health plan, life assurance, income protection, and sick pay
Permanent contract with real career growth opportunities

What we are looking for

Proven mechanical engineering experience, ideally in food manufacturing
Strong hands-on knowledge of machinery, tools, and production processes
Team player, good communicator, and adaptable
Electrical skills, IPAF, or forklift licence would be a bonus; training will be provided if needed

Why it is worth it

This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge production projects, get involved in the setup of brand-new lines, and transition into a well-paid, exciting shift role with opportunities to develop your career