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Kinnerton Confectionery is seeking an Engineer to join our team at the Fakenham site. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of one of the UK’s leading confectionery manufacturers by ensuring our production machinery operates safely, efficiently, and reliably.\nPosition type: Full time, permanent\nHours: 40.25 per week average\nShift Pattern: 4 on 4 off days (6am-6pm) & nights (6pm-6am)\nPay rate: £24.70 per hour\nClosing date: 06/11/2026\nResponsibilities\nExecute all planned maintenance to specified standards and within allocated timeframes.\nComplete additional engineering tasks as requested, adhering to company policies and safety standards.\nEnsure products meet Kinnerton Confectionery Quality Standards by maintaining and improving machine performance.\nFoster collaborative working relationships with department heads and cross-functional teams.\nDeliver objectives set by management, including personal development and training compliance (>95%).\nDrive continuous improvement through Kaizen initiatives and engineering-led projects.\nComplete all work with a focus on health and safety, food safety, and compliance with company policies.\nSupport project teams and contribute to audits by ensuring an “audit-ready” state at all times.\nRecord and analyze data to improve asset performance, including MTTR, MTBF, and downtime targets.\nQualifications\nEssential:\nMulti-skilled engineer with a recognised apprenticeship/qualification - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent minimum.\nManufacturing experience with knowledge of applicable machinery such as metal detectors, flow wrappers, and PLC systems.\nLogical thought process and strong communication skills.\nProactive approach and ability to work independently or as part of a team.\nHigh standards of work, with a focus on delivering lasting solutions.\nComputer literacy and knowledge of CMMS systems.\nUnderstanding of food safety and health and safety standards.\nDesirable:\nHNC/HND qualification or equivalent.\nHACCP and IOSH certification. \n17th/18th Edition Electrical Qualification.\nRewards Benefits\n23.5 days annual holiday entitlement\n4% employer and 5 % employee pension plan\nLife assurance plan x4 basic salary\nVarious salary sacrifice schemes including pension payments, cycle to work and electric car (subject to meeting minimum criteria)\nHealthcare cash plan via paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling) with a value over £400 each year\nAbout Us\nOur Fakenham site operates across three key production areas - Novelty, Nut, and Moulding, each led by a Plant Manager and supported by dedicated Shift Managers working on a 4 on 4 off pattern across days and nights. This role is based on the night shift within our Nut Area. The site is a 11,000m² facility producing over 8,500 tonnes of confectionery annually, including NOMO - the UK’s #1 free-from chocolate brand. With advanced technology and a nut-safe promise, we supply major retailers and co-manufacture for some of the world’s biggest confectionery brands. Every year, we produce over 5 million advent calendars and 30 million Easter eggs - making this a fast-paced, innovative environment where no two days are the same.\nApplication & Interview Process\nPlease apply online via our careers portal: create your account, upload your CV, and answer all requested questions. You will then be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team and, if progressed, enter a two-stage interview process at our Fakenham site, including a factory tour and the opportunity to meet the team.\nKinnerton Confectionery is an equal opportunity employer. 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