Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer (3644578) Northampton, England

Salary: GBP
46000 - GBP
53500 per annum

We are recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a leading FMCG Manufacturer in Northampton.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced engineers to join a well-established manufacturer, operating in a high-speed, high-volume environment. These roles are essential to maintaining production performance and driving continuous improvements across the site.

Maintenance Engineer

Location - Northampton

Shift Pattern – PANAMA Days and Nights

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out fault diagnosis and repairs across electrical and mechanical systems to minimise production downtime
• Take a hands-on approach in both scheduled maintenance and immediate breakdown response
• Maintain, optimise, and repair a range of equipment including slicing systems, seasoning units, conveyors, and automated packaging lines
• Participate in ongoing improvement initiatives to increase machine efficiency and reduce unplanned stoppages
• Work closely with operations and production teams to ensure smooth running of equipment and minimal disruption
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and internal maintenance procedures at all times

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong hands-on experience working with both electrical and mechanical systems in a manufacturing or production setting
• Experience in a similar role such as (multi skilled engineer, shift engineer, shift technician, engineering technician, electrical maintenance engineer)
• Practical knowledge of maintaining and troubleshooting automated machinery, particularly in packaging or food processing environments (preferred but not essential)
• Confidence in reacting to breakdowns as well as carrying out preventative maintenance tasks

Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying.