Shift Engineer (Mechanical / Electrical Engineer)

Shift Engineer Food Manufacturing

Norwich, England | On-site | Full-time | Rotating Shifts

We are looking for a hands-on Shift Engineer to join a busy food manufacturing operation. In this role, you'll play a key part in keeping production machinery running smoothly, performing maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring a safe and efficient working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive and reactive maintenance on production equipment.

• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults to minimize downtime.

• Assist with installation and commissioning of new machinery.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records for compliance and performance tracking.

• Work closely with production teams to ensure optimal equipment performance.

• Follow health and safety procedures to maintain a safe workplace.

What Were Looking For

• Relevant engineering qualification or time-served apprenticeship in mechanical or electrical engineering.

• Practical experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment.

• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.

• Flexible and willing to work rotating shifts (7/14, days and nights).

• Proactive problem-solver with good communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable: PLC experience, exposure to continuous improvement programs, multiskilled in both mechanical and electrical disciplines.

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience).

• Pension scheme and life assurance.

• Generous annual leave package.

• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic food manufacturing environment.