Multi-skilled Engineer in Bala

Bala

permanent, full-time

£46,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

About Engineering

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Maintenance Engineer - FMCG

Bala, Gwynedd

£46,000 per annum

Panama Shifts - Days & Nights

Are you a hands-on Maintenance Engineer looking to join a thriving FMCG business in a fast-paced, team-focused environment? We're recruiting for a proactive and skilled engineer to play a vital role in keeping production running smoothly at our facility in Bala, Gwynedd.

The Role:

Working as part of a multi-skilled maintenance team, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement of production equipment and site facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on a variety of FMCG machinery
Diagnosing faults and implementing effective solutions to minimise downtime
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site
Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with site compliance standards
Recording all maintenance activity accurately via CMMS

About You:

We're looking for a motivated engineer with a solid background in FMCG, food manufacturing, or a similar fast-paced production environment.

Essential:

Time-served engineer or relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g., NVQ, HNC)
Mechanical or electrical bias with multi-skilled ability
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Willingness to work Panama shift pattern (days and nights)

Desirable:

Previous experience in FMCG or food production
Knowledge of PLCs, conveyors, packaging equipment, or automated systems

What's On Offer:

£46,000 per annum
Panama shift pattern offering excellent work-life balance
Overtime opportunities
Company pension & benefits scheme

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