multi skilled shift engineer

Salary/Rate:£52k per year
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Wigginton
County:Staffordshire
Sector:Manufacturing
Job ref:254260
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About the Role

Multi Skilled Shift Engineer - Injection Moulding- Tamworth - £52k

Rotating Panama shift pattern days and nights - 28 day cycle, 14 days/nights on, 14 days off.

Free parking

Company pension

The Company

Our client, a leading packaging provider with facilities worldwide are looking for a Multi skilled shift engineer to join their dynamic team.

The role

In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving a range of manufacturing equipment in a continuous production environment. You'll play a vital part in ensuring operational efficiency through rapid response to breakdowns, effective fault diagnosis, and consistent delivery of preventative maintenance.

This is a shift-based role where teamwork, attention to detail and a strong mechanical and electrical skillset are key to success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Adhere to and promote 5S standards across both machines and workshop areas
  • Complete all scheduled Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks on time
  • Support the Production team by aligning engineering actions with manufacturing plans
  • Respond quickly to breakdowns, diagnose faults, and replace faulty components
  • Repair and resolve hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical issues
  • Maintain plant, equipment, and services according to the PPM schedule
  • Update and manage maintenance logs accurately and in a timely manner
  • Assist in the installation and commissioning of new machinery
  • Participate in continuous improvement and efficiency projects during downtime
  • Liaise with external contractors and suppliers for breakdowns, maintenance, and upgrades
  • Organise and maintain the engineering technical database
  • Order and manage spare parts and consumables for engineering activities
  • Work closely with Production, Tool Change, and Tool Room teams to meet operational goals
  • Ensure all work complies with Engineering and Health & Safety standards
  • Carry out any other duties assigned by management

 

The person

  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (essential)
  • Apprentice-trained in Mechatronics or equivalent Level 3 NVQ in Electrical or Multi-skilled Engineering
  • Strong hands-on experience in plant maintenance, including hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic)
  • Capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines in a growing business
  • A proactive attitude with a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence
  • Previous experience in a plastic injection moulding environment

 

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