Multi-skilled Engineer; Electrical Bias

Multi-skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias) - Gateshead

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At Valeo Foods UK, we're the creative force behind an array of beloved brands spanning indulgence, innovation, and tradition. From the iconic crunch of Kettle Crisps to the pure sweetness of Rowse Honey, and the rich heritage of Matthew Walker puddings, our portfolio reflects our commitment to quality and diversity.

Our family of brands extends further, encompassing an exciting array of products and experiences. Whether it's the nostalgic joy of Barratt sweets, or the timeless appeal of Metcalfe Popcorn, each brand carries its own unique story, flavour, and charm. Join us on a journey where passion meets flavour, crafting experiences that bring people together and delight taste buds.

4 on 4 off, 6am‑till 6pm and 6pm‑till 6am (rotating shifts)

Valeo Foods UK is on the lookout for talented Multi-skilled Engineers to join our team at our Gateshead site – home of the much-loved tortilla crisps and rice cakes. If you're passionate about engineering, thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, and want to be part of a positive can‑do team that keeps some of the UK’s favourite snacks on the shelves, we’d love to hear from you!

• Daily repair of machinery and carrying out proactive tasks when possible
• Planning and monitoring machine performance
• Monitoring failures
• Supporting external contractors
• Providing technical support for production when required
• Maintaining the highest standards in housekeeping, adopting a clean‑as‑you‑go policy
• Maintaining the highest standards when completing paperwork and work sign‑off

• H&S and safe work practices
• Food safety, minimising day‑to‑day risks in plant operation and involving contractors
• Planning to ensure the company can hit its required targets
• Firefighting machinery and site services upkeep, carrying out ongoing maintenance PPM in a timely manner
• Promoting and contributing to continuous improvement of plant operation
• Minimising downtime
• Training and guiding production staff in correct machinery handling and training our maintenance technicians from within the department
• Working on projects as allocated by the Engineering Manager
• Any other duties as requested by the Engineering Manager

• Relevant Electrical Engineering qualification with basic mechanical skills
• Competent in all forms of isolation and electrical safety
• Proactive and self‑initiated
• Experience of FMCG operations
• PC literate (able to use computer‑based maintenance systems)
• Able to disassemble machines in full and reassemble them, as well as complete machine size change procedures and their adjustments

• 4 on 4 off, 6am‑till 6pm and 6pm‑till 6am (rotating shifts)
• Excellent career opportunities
• Matched pension scheme up to 10%
• Death in service
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Retailer discount platform
• Staff discount
• And plenty more!

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