Job Title: Shift Engineer
Location: Dunstable
Salary: £39,800 to £43,950 based on skills experience and qualifications. This is inclusive of Weekend Shift Allowance
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Flexipol is BRC certificated and is an approved food packaging supplier to key manufacturers in the UK and internationally, such as those in the Marks and Spencer supply chain.
The Company is now in its 28th year, and during this time the business has grown steadily each year, providing long term secure employment. The Company prides itself on its innovative approach to product design and manufacturing, along with an excellent reputation for high-quality customer service.
We solve our customers’ toughest packaging challenges through our unique blend of technical collaboration, innovation and extraordinary service.
The Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Shift Engineer to join us in our engineering department. Reporting to the Lead Engineer you will assess and support machinery operational and safety performance at the Dunstable site, record issues found, and corrective actions taken to rectify issues, as well as respond to breakdowns.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
- To routinely assess the machinery and report any defects that need attention to the Lead Engineer.
- To make safe and if necessary, prohibit the use of any machine that is liable to cause injury to any employee or visitor to the site.
- To communicate all areas of concern regarding the plant, buildings, and machinery to the Lead Engineer.
- Trouble shooting and resolve of problem in conjunction with the Shift Managers where necessary.
- Stock checks and requests for parts where necessary.
- Routine plant checks, chillers/compressors/vacuum systems.
- Carrying out any other appropriate instructions/tasks necessary to the success of the business as determined by Lead Engineer.
The Person:
- Analytical with a logical approach to problem solving.
- Someone who demonstrates high attention to detail.
- A can-do attitude, able to overcome obstacles with a team approach.
- Organisational and planning skills to manage your time and to meet deadlines and objectives.
- Interpersonal skills that enable you to work with people at all levels and to motivate others.
Knowledge, training, and experience required:
- Apprentice trained with relevant qualifications in mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines.
- Working knowledge of hydraulic systems (desirable)
- Working knowledge of pneumatic systems (essential)
- Experience in using workshop equipment and tools, e.g., mitre saw, pillar drill and hand tools.
- Experience gained from working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Shift Pattern:
- Working rotating days and nights (including weekends), hours from 07:00/19:00 to 19:00/07:00, average 38.5-hour week.
Benefits:
- Overtime rates of 1.50 following completion of basic weekly hours
- Weekly Pay
- Company Bonus Scheme (paid twice yearly, based on performance)
- Workplace pension
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Life Insurance
Please note:
Flexipol is an Equal Opportunities and Age Positive Employer
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Please click the APPLY button and to submit your CV and Cover Letter.
Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Mechanical Engineer, Multi-skilled Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Plant Fitter, Bench Fitter, Welder Fabricator, Maintenance Engineer, Technical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Support Technician may also be considered for this role.
