Multi skilled Engineer

Multi-Skilled Engineer Location: Middleton, Greater Manchester Salary: £44,000 Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) My client, a well-established manufacturing company, is looking to recruit a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their on-site engineering team. This is a great opportunity to work within a fast-paced production environment, supporting operational efficiency and continuous improvement. You will report directly to the Engineering Team Leader and Engineering Manager, playing a key role in maintaining and improving plant performance. Working Hours Rotating shifts: 6:00am - 2:30pm 1:30pm - 10:00pm 30-minute unpaid lunch break daily On-call rota required (10:00pm - 1:00am when on late shift) Key Responsibilities Fault finding and repair of both on-line breakdowns and off-line equipment Carry out timely repairs to plant and machinery, escalating issues where necessary Conduct daily inspections (guarding, air, steam, water leaks) and complete repairs Perform weekly environmental inspections and testing Deliver planned preventative maintenance across: Conveyors Press machinery Laundry machinery Steam and fluid systems Pneumatics and hydraulics Support continuous improvement through modifications and efficiency upgrades Install and relocate machinery, including power and utility connections Carry out general mechanical fitting duties (bearings, belts, couplings, etc.) Skills & Experience Required Experience working with: Low-voltage and 3-phase electrical systems Motor starters, inverters, and DC systems PLC fault finding (ideally Allen Bradley and Siemens S7/Logo) Electrical qualification (ONC / City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent) Must hold 18th Edition certification Experience with steam, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems Strong fault-finding capability across electrical and mechanical systems Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals Desirable: Inspect & Test qualification Welding and pipework experience Basic machining skills PCB fault finding and repair Experience with AC/DC drives and inverter controls About You Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment Background in FMCG, paper, or textile industries would be advantageous Strong understanding of preventative maintenance techniques Able to work safely with electrical and mechanical isolation procedures High standards of housekeeping and organisation Proactive, solution-focused mindset with the ability to work under pressure Flexible and willing to support out-of-hours requirements when needed This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturing business offering long-term career prospects