Multi-Skilled Engineer

Multi-Skilled Engineer
Location: Stockton-On-Tees, TS21
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £40,040 - £43,199 per year
Shift Pattern: 12-hour shifts, 3 on – 3 off (rotating days and nights)

The Opportunity

An established manufacturing company is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join its team at a site in Stockton-On-Tees. This role is essential to maintaining and improving the efficiency of a high-speed production environment. The successful candidate will work a 24/7 shift pattern and be responsible for preventative and reactive maintenance of production equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct planned maintenance activities according to the maintenance schedule.

• Diagnose and repair breakdowns efficiently, ensuring minimal downtime.

• Maintain accurate records of work carried out on a shift basis.

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food packaging standards.

• Collaborate with contractors to uphold site rules and safety protocols.

• Participate in training programs and support team development.

• Train colleagues where necessary to maintain operational standards.

• Prioritize tasks effectively to support site performance.

Requirements & Skills

• Time-served engineer with a mechanical or electrical bias (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).

• HNC qualification (or equivalent) is preferred.

• Experience in a high-speed, high-volume manufacturing environment (plastic packaging experience is an advantage).

• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills under production pressure.

• Knowledge of PLC control systems and PLC fault finding (including servo drivers, RS Networks, Ethernet, and Device Net communications) is beneficial.

• Hands-on mechanical experience with a solid electrical background.

• Experience working with AB Powerflex range of AC Inverters.

• Familiarity with TPM principles, including 5S.

• 18th Edition certification for electrical work (if electrical bias) is advantageous.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team.

Salary & Benefits

• Starting salary: £40,040 per year (£18.50/hour).

• After 3-month review: £41,496 per year (£19.00/hour).

• After 6 months (or upon achieving required standard): £43,199 per year (£19.78/hour).

• Overtime paid at 1.25x the hourly rate.

• 24 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays, pro-rata based on start date).

• Company pension (Auto-enrolment Royal London Pension: 5% employee, 3% employer).

• Health plan (after 6 months) covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and counselling services.

• Life assurance (after 6 months): 1x basic salary.

• On-site parking.

Work Schedule

• 3 on, 3 off shift pattern, rotating between 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (days) and 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (nights).

• Minimum 2-week induction period before commencing the shift pattern.

How to Apply

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Candidates who meet the criteria are encouraged to apply and take the next step in their career.

Work Location: In person (Stockton-On-Tees).