Jobs in Thornby

We are recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a leading FMCG Manufacturer in Northampton. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced engineers to join a well-established manufacturer, operating in a high-speed, high-volume environment. These roles are essential to maintaining production performance and driving continuous improvements across the site.

Maintenance Engineer

Location - Northampton

Salary - £46,000 - £53,500

Shift Pattern - PANAMA Days and Nights

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out fault diagnosis and repairs across electrical and mechanical systems to minimise production downtime
Take a hands-on approach in both scheduled maintenance and immediate breakdown response
Maintain, optimise, and repair a range of equipment including slicing systems, seasoning units, conveyors, and automated packaging lines
Participate in ongoing improvement initiatives to increase machine efficiency and reduce unplanned stoppages
Work closely with operations and production teams to ensure smooth running of equipment and minimal disruption
Ensure compliance with health & safety and internal maintenance procedures at all timesSkills & Experience Required:

Strong hands-on experience working with both electrical and mechanical systems in a manufacturing or production setting
Experience in a similar role such as (multi skilled engineer, shift engineer, shift technician, engineering technician, electrical maintenance engineer)
Practical knowledge of maintaining and troubleshooting automated machinery, particularly in packaging or food processing environments (preferred but not essential)
Confidence in reacting to breakdowns as well as carrying out preventative maintenance tasksIf this position could be of interest, please apply or reach out to for more information