Multi Skilled Technician

Mechanical Engineer – Weekend Shift

FMCG Manufacturing | Newcastle upon Tyne

Scantec Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading FMCG manufacturing business near Newcastle to recruit a Mechanically Biased Maintenance Engineer for their weekend engineering team.

Production does not run at weekends, so this role is heavily focused on planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and project work. You’ll be part of a small, close-knit engineering team, supporting the site through scheduled maintenance, improvements and CAPEX activity.

The role is predominantly mechanical, with some basic electrical fault-finding and maintenance required.

Shift Pattern

Regular weekend work

12-hour day shifts – Saturday & Sunday

Plus one additional 12-hour day shift during the week

(Flexible, typically Friday or Monday)

The Role

You’ll be responsible for providing engineering and technical support across production lines and ancillary equipment, ensuring all maintenance activities are carried out safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and implement line and process improvements

Ensure production lines are safe to operate

Plan and carry out preventative maintenance activities

Support CAPEX projects from planning through to implementation

Contribute to the training and development of line staff and apprentices

Set up, adjust and run production lines when required

Monitor line efficiency and downtime, contributing to action plans for improvement

Carry out mechanical fault finding, repair and replacement

Carry out fabrication work (Welding, Milling and Turning)

Ensure quality controls are followed, with ongoing review of spoilage, isolations and customer complaints

Support the implementation of WCP standards

Complete daily maintenance tasks including lubrication, cleaning and housekeeping

Maintain a safe, tidy working environment at all times

About You

Experienced Mechanical Engineer from a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Typically 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role

Strong mechanical background

Holds relevant Mechanical engineering qualification such as NVQ Level 3, HNC or HND

Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team

Strong safety awareness and attention to detail