Multiskilled Engineer

Sofina Foods•Suffolk, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide essential frontline reactive maintenance services to our site, swiftly identifying and addressing root causes to restore equipment to full operational status. You will also proactively seek and implement cost-effective improvements to enhance the efficiency and reliability of site assets and equipment. This site processes sliced pork products. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of operational excellence, we invite you to apply. Join us and play a key role in ensuring the ongoing success and reliability of our site operations.

Requirements

A recognised NVQ Level 3 qualification in Engineering or equivalent
Solid electrical and mechanical knowledge with the ability to work across disciplines
A sound understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation
Experience with lean manufacturing and TPM methodologies
A commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence

Nice To Haves

Awareness or certification in Breathing Apparatus and Fire Fighting
Food experience working with sliced meats production equipment such as multi vac, meat slicers, packaging, meat prep and bowl choppers

Responsibilities

Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance across a range of production equipment
Ensure all machinery operates efficiently, safely, and in line with regulatory requirements
Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
Work closely with production and engineering teams to minimise downtime and improve line efficiency
Uphold best practices in health, safety, and environmental compliance
Contribute to lean maintenance practices, including TPM and CI tools