Multi Skilled Engineer - Mechanical Bias
Role Overview
We are looking for a skilled Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical Bias) to join our engineering team at the Ambrosia Creamery in Lifton, Devon. This role is key to keeping our production lines running efficiently, ensuring our iconic products reach millions of customers every day. What you’ll be doing: Diagnosing, repairing, and preventing equipment faults to minimise downtime Carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance across food process, filling, and packing machinery Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and performance Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a safe, high-performing environment What we need from you: A qualified time served mechanical bias Multi skilled engineer (NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent) Familiarity with process and packaging plant (desirable but not essential) A proactive and flexible approach with the ability to work effectively on a rotating shift pattern What’s in it for you? Competitive salary of £57,234 plus overtime opportunities Attendance bonus 4 on, 4 off rotating days and nights shift pattern Comprehensive training, including machine-specific OEM training Career development opportunities within Premier Foods Access to employee benefits including Share Save scheme, Cycle to Work, and more Heavily subsidised canteen Staff shop with major discounts on the Premier Foods range At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome. We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.
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Ambrosia Creamery, PL16 0BB Salary: £57,431 per annum + overtime Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off (alternating days & nights)
About The Role
We are looking for a skilled Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical Bias) to join our engineering team at the Ambrosia Creamery in Lifton, Devon. This role is key to keeping our production lines running efficiently, ensuring our iconic products reach millions of customers every day. What you’ll be doing: Diagnosing, repairing, and preventing equipment faults to minimise downtime Carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance across food process, filling, and packing machinery Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and performance Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a safe, high-performing environment What we need from you: A qualified time served mechanical bias Multi skilled engineer (NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent) Familiarity with process and packaging plant (desirable but not essential) A proactive and flexible approach with the ability to work effectively on a rotating shift pattern What’s in it for you? Competitive salary of £57,234 plus overtime opportunities Attendance bonus 4 on, 4 off rotating days and nights shift pattern Comprehensive training, including machine-specific OEM training Career development opportunities within Premier Foods Access to employee benefits including Share Save scheme, Cycle to Work, and more Heavily subsidised canteen Staff shop with major discounts on the Premier Foods range At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome. We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.
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