Maintenance Engineer

Your new company
We're looking for an experienced, qualified Multi-Skilled Engineer to join a great manufacturing business near Diss. This role is primarily night-based (2200-0600 M-Th, 1700-2230 F), with some weekend and bank holiday working as required, along with flexibility to cover other shifts when needed. We're looking for someone who's safety-focused, a strong team player, and confident communicating and solving problems.
Your new role

• Provide responsive engineering support to maximise machine availability, efficiency, safety, and quality
• Diagnose faults and implement effective, long-term reliability improvements
• Monitor and adjust equipment to achieve the right first-time quality
• Carry out preventative maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks to maximise utilisation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and process improvement projects
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Work during planned shutdowns as required
• Communicating effectively across shifts for smooth handovers
• Supporting continuous improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency

What you'll need to succeed

• Apprenticeship trained or HNC qualified in an electrical or mechanical discipline (essential)
• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to work different shifts and overtime when needed
• Experience in supporting a manufacturing facility (essential) with a preference for packaging sector experience (desirable)

What you'll get in return

• Competitive base salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 24/7 medical support (including family)

What you need to do now


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