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Mechanical Engineer

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.