We are looking for an experienced multi-skilled engineer with strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills and a solid background in automated manufacturing.

Company Overview:

Our client is a well-established and highly respected UK manufacturing business with a long-standing heritage within the food production sector. Operating across multiple sites nationwide, the company supplies high-quality products to major retailers and consumers across the UK.

The business has built a strong reputation as an employer of choice within the industry. Their modern production facilities, commitment to employee development, and collaborative culture make this an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to join a forward-thinking organisation.

Role Overview:

This is an exciting opportunity for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a fast-paced automated production facility based in Leicester. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring maximum machinery uptime, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining high engineering and production standards across site.

This role would suit an engineer with experience working within automated manufacturing, FMCG, food production, or similar fast-moving environments.

Shift Pattern: Rotating Monday–Friday shifts:

· Week 1: 6:00am – 2:00pm

· Week 2: 2:00pm – 10:00pm

· Every 4th week: 5:00am – 1:00pm

Company Benefits:

· Competitive salary and overtime opportunities

· Enhanced pension scheme

· Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

· Life assurance cover

· Enhanced company sick pay

· Annual bonus scheme after qualifying period

· Ongoing training and development opportunities

· Access to health and wellbeing support services

· Digital GP and health consultation services

· Employee discounts and perks platform

· Discounted gym memberships

· Employee wellbeing programme

Role Responsibilities:

· Respond quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime

· Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities across production equipment

· Support machinery installation, commissioning, and improvement projects

· Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve OEE, reliability, and machine performance

· Work collaboratively with production and operational teams to improve efficiency standards

· Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation

· Identify root causes of recurring engineering issues and implement corrective actions

· Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety, GMP, and hygiene standards

· Support site audit readiness and engineering compliance requirements

· Contribute towards a proactive engineering culture focused on reliability and continuous improvement

Requirements:

· Multi-skilled engineer with Electrical and/or Mechanical qualifications (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)

· Minimum 3 years’ experience within an automated manufacturing environment

· Previous experience within FMCG, food manufacturing, packaging, or brewery environments preferred

· Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capabilities

· Ability to work independently and within a team environment

· Proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset

· Good communication and organisational skills

· Commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards

Why apply

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled maintenance engineer who wants to join a stable, respected manufacturing business where engineering is valued as a core part of site success.

You’ll be working in a modern, well-invested environment with the chance to contribute to meaningful improvements and long-term operational performance

Please get in touch for more information on this exciting opportunity or apply with your CV today.