Multiskilled Engineer (FMCG)

Preston Permanent View Job Description
As a Multi-Skilled Engineer and team lead, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of plant equipment through both reactive and planned maintenance. You'll work closely with production teams to minimise downtime and improve overall equipment effectiveness.
  • International FMCG manufacturer
  • Join at an exciting period of growth and investment

About Our Client

Our client is an international, leading manufacturer within the food production sector, currently seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer and team lead to join their growing engineering team at a highly automated production facility.

Job Description

  • Lead and motivate the engineering team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
  • Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment to minimise downtime.
  • Implement and monitor preventative maintenance programmes to enhance equipment reliability.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety standards across all engineering activities.
  • Coordinate with production teams to address technical challenges and optimise processes.
  • Manage budgets and resources to achieve engineering objectives effectively.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
  • Prepare and present reports on engineering performance and project progress.



Electrical experience required:

· Sensors (fixing)

· Motor swaps

· PLC experience (programming not required) PLC interrogation & modification required

· Fault investigation (up to PLC level)

· Inverter drives

· 3phase - installation & maintenance

· Fault findingMechanical experience required:

· Bearings and pneumatics

· Conveyors (fixes and mends)

· Fabrication e.g. making brackets/ repairs

· Will be working on machinery such as:

· Robots

· Conveyors

· Mincers & Grinders

· (Not much with hydraulics)

The Successful Applicant

The successful applicant will have:

  • Qualified in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Apprenticeship, NVQ, or equivalent)
  • Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment (food industry desirable)
  • Strong fault-finding skills across both electrical and mechanical systems
  • Knowledge of PLCs, sensors, motors, and control systems
  • Proactive approach with strong problem-solving abilities
  • Flexible to work shifts, including weekends where required

What's on Offer

Weekly rotation shift pattern: 6-2, 2-10, 10-6.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Engineering Team Leader, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Laura Mallinson
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7051919
Phone number
+441133889065

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Maintenance, Reliability
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Preston
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Laura Mallinson
Consultant phone
+441133889065
Job reference
JN-062026-7051919