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Multi-Skilled Engineer

The Oval PartnershipSalford, Greater Manchester🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 24 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
On Site
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Monday to Friday (days or late shifts available) Are you an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer looking to step into a fast-paced, highly automated food manufacturing environment where your expertise genuinely makes an impact? We’re working with a well-established and highly respected manufacturer in the North West, known for operational excellence, strong investment in engineering, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to join a stable, forward-thinking site where engineering is truly valued. Role Overview As a key member of the engineering team, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring maximum line efficiency, minimising downtime, and supporting production performance across a busy site.

Responsibilities:

  • Delivering both reactive and planned maintenance across production and packaging lines
  • Diagnosing faults quickly and implementing effective, long-term solutions
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and efficiency
  • Working collaboratively with production teams to drive performance
  • Ensuring all work is completed in line with food safety and health & safety standards Benefits Package
  • Overtime enhancement (1.5x)
  • 5% pension contribution
  • 33 days annual leave Key Skills & Experience
  • Proven experience as a Multi-Skilled Engineer within food, drink, or FMCG manufacturing
  • Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding capability
  • Experience working in high-speed, automated production environments
  • A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
  • Relevant engineering qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent) This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that invests in its people, values engineering input, and offers long-term stability within a thriving sector. If you’re ready for a role where you can make a real difference on-site while maintaining a great work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch for more information on this exciting opportunity or apply with your CV today

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