Multiskilled Shift Engineer

Northwood is a family-owned group of associated companies that provide the manufacturing, supply and transportation of paper hygiene and wiping products for both the away-from-home and consumer market.

Our mission is to be the market-leading partner of choice in the away from home tissue industry. One of only a small handful of companies in the UK market that is fully vertically integrated; Northwood is involved at each point in the supply chain, from raw material supply, tissue and towel manufacturing, end-user product converting, storage and transportation.

Our remit is huge, with a portfolio of products covering two key systems brands, professional wiping, commodity, consumer paper and private label. We sell into a distribution network spanning the UK, Ireland and Europe, which in turn service markets such as healthcare, hospitality, hotels, engineering, janitorial, catering and education.

We are a highly successful, award-winning and ambitious business that has grown from a humble paper sales business to a market leader employing over 800 colleagues, across 11 sites in the UK and Spain.

We differentiate ourselves by excelling in product quality alongside market-leading service and sales support.

Are you an experienced experienced Multiskilled Engineer looking to join a leading UK manufacturer?

NCT are established in their field for more than 40 years, converting large paper reels into toilet tissue, kitchen towel and facial tissues.

We are looking for a Multiskilled Engineer to join the team at our site based near Grantham.

NCT are looking for a mechanical biased or electrical biased engineer to work on a 4 on 4 off continental shift pattern. Working one rotation on days and the next on nights.

Although the role will be varied the main responsibilities are;

Main responsibilities:

• To carry out all work in a safe and efficient manner as per the health and Safety policy.
• Undertake repairs as requested by Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager or Shift Manager, etc.
• Prioritise workload in line with production requirements.
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance tasks as per the maintenance schedule.
• Identify potential improvements to equipment and communicate these to the relevant persons.
• Communicate with relevant parties the status of any ongoing work.
• Create an accurate record of completed work with details of parts used.
• Provide holiday and sickness cover for colleagues by either working extended shifts.
• Ensure the security of all tools and equipment.
• Ensure a high standard of housekeeping is maintained in all work areas.
• Work with CI teams to improve overall efficiency of plant and equipment.
• Assist with training to apprentices and other engineering personnel as required.
• Undertake specialised training when required.
• Assist with maintaining adequate stock levels.
• Undertake all other site maintenance when required.
• Operate cutting and welding equipment where necessary.
• Assist with commission, line and balance new machinery after installation.

• Company pension
• Life assurance
• Free company products
• Free on-site parking
• Food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts
• Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service
• Free early access to pay scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Employee referral scheme

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 4/HNC in Mechanical Maintenance (or equivalent)
• NVQ Level 4/HNC IN Electrical Maintenance (or equivalent)
• Experience working with a manufacturing environment ideally in food or packaging sites.

At Northwood, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is welcomed and respected. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all.