Job Description
Mechanical Engineer - New Production Projects
35,000 to 42,000 plus 2,132 night shift allowance (once shifts start)
Milton Keynes Permanent Food Manufacturing
Here's the exciting part: for the first year, you will work Monday to Friday day shifts, focusing on hands-on projects to get brand-new production lines up and running.
You will be at the heart of the action:
- Installing, commissioning, and testing new machinery
- Working with specialist engineers to fine-tune equipment
- Carrying out mechanical fault-finding during pre-production
It will be a full year of hands-on projects before moving onto a 4 on 4 off continental shift, including days and nights, once the lines go live. You will help keep everything running smoothly, improve processes, and support the production team.
What is on offer
- Salary 35,000 to 42,000 plus night shift allowance once operational
- Bonus up to 6 per cent per annum
- Company pension with 7 per cent employer contribution
- Health plan, life assurance, income protection, and sick pay
- Permanent contract with real career growth opportunities
What we are looking for
- Proven mechanical engineering experience, ideally in food manufacturing
- Strong hands-on knowledge of machinery, tools, and production processes
- Team player, good communicator, and adaptable
- Electrical skills, IPAF, or forklift licence would be a bonus; training will be provided if needed
Why it is worth it
This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge production projects, get involved in the setup of brand-new lines, and transition into a well-paid, exciting shift role with opportunities to develop your career.
