Engineer - Nights

Noble Foods Home of the Happy Egg Co.

Multi-Skilled Engineer - Nights

Noble Foods Home of the Happy Egg Company

Noble Foods is a family-owned company which began in 1920 and includes successful milling, poultry, agriculture, and consumer foods businesses. Within this, Noble Foods owns , including the UK’s biggest free-range egg brand the Happy Egg co., Big & Fresh and Purely Organic.

In a recent survey by Best Companies we were rated as one of the Top 10 companies to work for in the Food and Drink industry.

Shift Pattern: Sunday - Thursday, Nights, 22:00 - 06:00

Salary: £55,470

Location: Leicester Ratby Lane

About the Role

Reporting to the Engineering Team Leader, you’ll be based at our Added Value site in Leicester, playing a critical role in maintaining and improving our automated production environment.

You’ll respond to breakdowns, deliver preventative maintenance, and collaborate with teams across the site to drive performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Be Doing

Responding quickly to breakdowns and minimising downtime

Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and servicing

Supporting installation and commissioning of new equipment

Driving improvements in OEE, machine performance, and reliability

Working cross-functionally to enhance production standards

Maintaining accurate documentation and supporting audit readiness

Identifying inefficiencies and implementing practical solutions

Championing Health & Safety, GMP, and site hygiene standards

What We’re Looking For

Multi-skilled engineer with Electrical and/or Mechanical qualifications (City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3+)

Recognised apprenticeship (highly desirable)

Minimum 3 years’ experience in an automated production environment

Experience in FMCG, food, or brewery sectors (preferred)

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

A commitment to continuous improvement and personal development

Our Commitment to Safety & Quality

Safety is at the core of everything we do. From “clean-as-you-go” practices to maintaining audit-ready standards, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring a safe, compliant, and efficient workplace.

Why Join Noble Foods?

Be part of a trusted, family-owned business with over 100 years of heritage

Work with market-leading brands

Recognised as a Top 10 Food & Drink employer

Opportunities for ongoing training and development (IOSH, HACCP, and more)

Work in a modern, automated facility

Play a direct role in improving performance and driving innovation

What can we offer you?

Free hot drinks on shift

Service Awards

Enhanced paternity and maternity

Free life insurance

Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme

Access to Perkbox with a variety of discounts including a monthly freebie from Greggs or Café Nero

Discounted eggs and chicken

A Celebration day after 1 years service enjoy an extra day off to celebrate a life event, such as your birthday

Access to DigiCare + - Annual Health Check, Digital GP Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Health Opinion and Mental Health Consultations.

Discounted Gym Memberships

Free Eye Test every two years

Discounted mobile phone contracts

Share in our success with the People Partnership - after 6 months service you will be eligible for a yearly bonus

Additional Allowances for First Aiders and Mental Health First Aiders

Wellness programme

Employee Charity Matching Scheme

We believe the most successful teams are formed from a diverse talent pool and we strive to employ a wide variety of individuals in our business, selecting the best qualified person for each role regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristics