Engineering Technician (Mechanical Bias) – Hertfordshire – Permanent – £39,000 to £43,000 - 6am to 2pm We are working on the behalf of a contract manufacturing company who are seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer with a mechanical bias. The successful candidate will be responsible for responding to equipment breakdowns, carrying out preventative maintenance, supporting machine improvements and modifications, and applying a broad range of mechanical, electrical and workshop skills. Flexibility, teamwork and a strong continuous improvement mindset are essential to the role. Key Responsibilities: * Attend breakdowns and carry out running repairs on filling and packaging lines to minimise operational downtime. * Accurately diagnose downtime issues and ensure all faults are appropriately recorded and logged. * Facilitate the purchase of parts and components required for maintenance and repair activities. * Complete preventative maintenance tasks in accordance with manufacturing schedules. * Support and train operators in line-setting activities where required. * Manufacture change parts and carry out modifications and developments to machines and equipment as directed by the Project Manager or appointed person. * Overhaul and repair plant, machinery and services as required. * Apply multi-skilled engineering practices across mechanical, electrical and workshop disciplines, within the required level of competence. * Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements and company standards. * Support continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and warehouse operations. * Work collaboratively with the wider engineering team and other departments to maintain effective operations. * Provide flexibility and support across warehouse activities as required. * Be prepared to work various shift patterns and a reasonable amount of overtime where necessary to provide operational cover. Qualifications and Skills: * Relevant Engineering qualification, preferably with a Mechanical Engineering bias. * Previous experience within a GMP manufacturing environment is desirable. * Experience within food manufacturing or a similar production environment is advantageous. * Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. * Practical experience across mechanical, electrical and workshop disciplines is desirable. * Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills. * Ability to learn quickly and develop new technical skills. * Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to engineering tasks