Maintenance Engineer

Shift Maintenance Engineer

Rutland Plastics are looking for a Shift Maintenance Engineer to join our team.

The role involves maintaining the production machinery, carrying out general maintenance and repair throughout the factory and working as part of a flexible, service‑focused support team to the business.

Applicants must have electrical bias and possess a knowledge of PLC’s, hydraulics and pneumatics. While the experience of hydraulic plastic injection moulding machines would be an advantage it is not essential, as we favour positive work ethics and shared company values over experience.

Working hours:

38.5 hours per week, early shift 5.48am – 2:00pm / afternoon shift 1.48pm – 10:00pm, alternating weekly.

Our ideal candidate will be reliable, enjoy troubleshooting and have a genuine can‑do attitude. They should be able to prioritise work so that repairs are resolved quickly with minimal downtime.

The package on offer to the right individual includes private healthcare and profit share bonus. On‑site parking and workwear provided. Generous 32 days’ holidays to include Christmas shutdown and bank holidays (increasing with years of service). Salary is negotiable based on qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.