Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician · Are you a multi-skilled Engineering Technician with experience working in fast-paced manufacturing environments? · Do you enjoy fault finding, planned maintenance, and improving line performance on modern, high-speed production lines? · Are you looking for a stable, long-term role with a business that genuinely invests in its people and engineering capability? MacGregor Black is partnering with a leading FMCG manufacturing business on the search for an Engineering Technician. This is a permanent, full-time role based in Milton Keynes, operating on a continental shift pattern, within a highly automated production environment. Key Responsibilities. • Carry out planned preventative maintenance in line with engineering schedules, recommending improvements where efficiencies can be maximised. • Diagnose faults and respond to breakdowns promptly to minimise downtime across high-speed production lines. • Support line performance through analysis of efficiency, waste, and downtime data, contributing to continuous improvement activity. • Maintain high standards of safety, hygiene, and compliance, ensuring all work is carried out in line with site and legislative requirements. • Produce clear and accurate engineering documentation, including downtime reports and line logbooks. • Consult manufacturers’ manuals and mechanical drawings to identify correct replacement parts and support effective repairs. • Support operational requirements by operating machinery when required to ensure efficient team working. What are we looking for? • City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a Mechanical or Electrical engineering discipline. • Experience working in a multi-skilled engineering role within FMCG, food, beverage, or high-speed manufacturing environments (preferred). • Strong knowledge of maintenance systems, breakdown response, and planned maintenance processes. • Exposure to continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, TPM, or Six Sigma methodologies. Salary: Competitive + shift allowance and comprehensive benefits package Location: Milton Keynes Shift Pattern: Continental