Operations - Taiko Acton- BONSAI
Contract: Full Time
Salary: £27.50 Per hour
Contracted Hours: 42
We welcome applications from talented individuals who may require visa sponsorship
At Taiko, we’re not just making sushi—we’re redefining fresh food.
From our roots as the UK’s first sushi manufacturer to supplying major retailers like Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury’s, we’ve built a reputation for innovation, quality, and pace. Today, we’re part of a global food family spanning YO! restaurants, retail kiosks, and 3,700+ locations worldwide.
We’re now looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to help power our production and keep our operations running at their best.
About You:
Multi-skilled engineer with strong mechanical expertise and electrical knowledge
Experience within FMCG or food manufacturing environments
Confident fault-finder with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
Able to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
Strong communicator with great teamwork and interpersonal skills
Comfortable managing contractors and working across departments
Health & Safety and basic Food Hygiene awareness
Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment
Flexible to work a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (days and nights)
Willing to work in varied environments (including freezer areas, boiler rooms, and at height)
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver strong plant performance through planned, preventative, and predictive maintenance
Diagnose and repair faults across mechanical and electrical systems
Maintain and improve OEE, MTTR, and overall equipment reliability
Carry out routine inspections and ensure minimal downtime across site
Maintain machinery including motors, conveyors, pumps, and gearboxes
Support electrical systems, including panels, controls, and sensors
Work with PLCs and HMIs to troubleshoot and enhance automation
Ensure compliance with health & safety and food safety standards
Conduct audits, inspections and safely remove defective equipment where needed
Maintain accurate maintenance records using CMMS systems (e.g. Shire/Pirana)
Work collaboratively across shifts and manage on-site contractors
Drive continuous improvement and reduce waste (time, materials, resources)
We're proud to offer:
Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance
Discretionary Life Assurance
Discretionary Income Protection
Group Personal Pension
Private Medical Cash Plan
Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts.
50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends.
Contribute towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives that delivers progress against 9 UN sustainability goals. We're committed to responsibly sourcing and all our seafood, therefore we only use source sustainable fish. All our packaging is recyclable and 80% of our packaging is already made from recycle
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