Multi Skilled Engineer

Multi Skilled Engineer

Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE

Shift: 2 Days, 2 Nights 4 Off 6-6

Location: Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire

Role Purpose:

Reporting into the Lead Technician on shift or to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for managing a site with both mechanical and electrical technologies. Attending repairing breakdowns in a timely manner to limit the impact on production. Be proactive in continuous improvements and planned maintenance activities for all site equipment and processes.

The Role – Multi Skilled Engineer  

Actively participate in maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement tasks with a hands-on approach.
Identify and rectify equipment faults efficiently while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Support continuous improvement by monitoring equipment performance, efficiency, and waste reduction.
Carry out routine equipment installations and support the implementation of new projects.
Accurately log all work on the CMMS (Shire) system, maintaining detailed records of maintenance activities.
Ensure clear shift handovers by effectively communicating key updates and actions.
Attend SIC shift production meetings and team briefs, contributing engineering insights and priorities.
Assist the Lead Technician in identifying and resolving key production issues.
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for major stoppages and implement corrective measures.
Manage contractors and oversee permit-to-work procedures, ensuring compliance with risk assessments and RAMS.
Support training and development of apprentices and operators, ensuring knowledge transfer on equipment operation and basic maintenance.
Maintain a safe working environment and uphold food safety, hygiene, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.
Deputise for the Lead Technician as required, taking on leadership responsibilities when necessary.

The Candidate – Multi Skilled Engineer 

Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
Recognised electrical and mechanical qualifications (ideally HNC).
Experience in FMCG or a fast-paced manufacturing environment (desirable).
Strong fault-finding skills and root cause analysis (RCA) experience.
Understanding of PLCs and computer-controlled equipment (desirable).
Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and personal responsibility for high standards of work.

Key Words – Multi Skilled Engineer, Shift Engineer, Dual Skilled Engineer 

Please contact (Ryan Taylor at Winsearch for more information)
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