Shift Engineer - MorePeople : Job Details

I'm currently working with a renowned pet food manufacturer that is searching for a talented Shift Engineer to join their dynamic team at their modern production facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a company known for producing high-quality, innovative pet food products and to be part of a fast-paced environment where you'll play a key role in ensuring smooth, efficient production.

About the Role

As a Shift Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical systems across the facility. You'll ensure that production lines operate efficiently, tackling any issues that arise and minimising downtime. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on problem-solving and thrives in a challenging, team-oriented setting.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production machinery to keep everything running smoothly.
• Performing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to prevent breakdowns and ensure equipment reliability.
• Responding quickly to machinery breakdowns and working proactively to minimise production downtime.
• Collaborating with the production and engineering teams to identify areas for improvement and implement technical upgrades.
• Ensuring all work adheres to health and safety regulations and maintaining detailed records of maintenance work.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing operational efficiency.

What's in It for You?

• This company is dedicated to the growth and well-being of its employees, offering a competitive salary package and great benefits:
• Attractive salary based on experience
• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Ongoing opportunities for training and career development
• A supportive, collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement

Shift Pattern: The role requires working on a rotating shift basis, on a 4on 4off Pattern with days and nights.

Location: You'll be based at the company's state-of-the-art production facility in Boston

What's Next?

Give me a call! Whether you're already hooked or fancy knowing just that little bit more. You can reach me, Ben at or email me at . You can also drop me a message on LinkedIn if that's easier. Don't worry about having an up-to-date CV, we can sort that out later.