Shift Engineer

Picture a role where your Engineering skills shape every operational moment….

K.A.G. Recruitment is partnering exclusively with a premier client in Burton to find an exceptional Shift Engineers. As an integral member of the Engineering Team, you will ensure the best performance and dependability of Manufacturing equipment, contributing to both safety and efficiency across all site assets.

Role: Shift Engineers

Location: Burton

Salary: £49.000 (plus shift allowance for Nights)

Various Shifts:

Days: 6:00am – 6:00pm, 3 on / 3 off Nights: 6:00pm – 6:00am, 3 on / 3 off

Your Role:

Your mission is to combine hands-on Maintenance expertise, in-depth equipment knowledge, and robust communication skills to ensure the reliability and availability of all site assets. You will be at the forefront of improving plant performance and fostering a culture of professional engineering and proactive improvement.

What You'll Do:

Service and repair equipment, mechanical and electrical, fitting spares and carrying out quality inspections across the facility, planned preventative maintenance.

Check and calibrate instruments to ensure they are accurate.

Respond to machine/equipment breakdowns immediately.

Implement improvement projects and track in terms of delivery, timeliness and cost.

Ensure timely repair of simple breakdowns, assist with root cause identification and solutions put in place to prevent repeated failures.

Ensure health, safety, quality and environmental good engineering practice standards are maintained.

Comply with all factory standards & procedures.

Accurately complete all engineering-related paperwork & documentation for all projects and activities.

Who You Are:

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• A seasoned Engineer with hands-on experience, ideally within the Food Manufacturing sector, supported by qualifications in Mechanical/Electrical fields (BTEC or similar)
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• Skilled in diagnosing and resolving a variety of equipment issues, with a broad knowledge of Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Mechanical, and Electrical.
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• A staunch advocate for safety, experienced in risk assessment and managing safe working practices, particularly with high-hazard equipment.
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• An outstanding communicator and leader who can prioritise effectively in fast-paced environments and elevate the technical skills of others.
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Desirable:

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• Refrigeration/ Steam Boiler Experience Knowledge of statutory compliance, especially in high-risk utilities, and adept at using CMMS/ Shire
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Qualifications:

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• Demonstrated technical expertise: Modern Apprenticeship in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, NVQ Level 3, HNC, or similar.
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• Certified in 17th/ 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and Basic Food Hygiene.
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Your Impact:

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• You embody health & safety, demonstrating the company's core values with unstoppable positivity.
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• Always customer-focused, ready to assist and guide.
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Join a Company Recognised for Its Commitment to Excellence and Quality. Apply now through K.A.G. Recruitment and begin your transformative journey!