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This is a permanent opportunity which will report into the Fill & Pack Maintenance Manager.\nNestlé Dalston Factory in Cumbria is the European Centre for cappuccino and creamers producing a range of beverage products. These are produced through a highly automated PLC controlled process plant and automated filling and packing lines. It is continually developing and expanding leading brands such as Nescafé, Aero Hot Chocolate and Coffeemate. The factory is moving forward with continuous improvement principles and actively developing Lean/TPM processes so it’s an exciting time to be involved.\nWe take pride in championing inclusion and diversity. We proudly signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter, are committed to Disability Confidence, and have been recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for gender equality for three consecutive years. 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A keen eye for detail when it comes to cost, compliance and safety will also be important in this role.\nYour other key responsibilities will include:\nYou will be working to drive improvements in the performance of machinery and assets, technically supporting the shift leader and developing the technical skills within the engineering and operational teams.\n\nParticipating and positively contributing to site initiatives as requested to include HACCP, ISO9002, CDM etc.\n\nRaising purchase orders where required, liaising with the Maintenance co-ordinator to ensure that appropriate stock levels are maintained within budgetary constraints.\n\nFull ownership with action generation and closure for a particular area to ensure a dramatic step change can be demonstrated in a timely manner.\n\nYour ingredients for success\nTo be successful in this role you will already have strong engineering ability along with initiative and attention to detail as well as experience of modern manufacturing techniques such as 5S, LEAN and TPM would be ideal.\nPrevious experience within an FMCG Engineering role would be desirable but other Engineering experiences will also be considered.\nYou will:\nBe educated to HNC or NVQ Level 3 and equivalent experience in an Engineering time served apprenticeship.\n\nBe able to demonstrate skills working on pneumatics systems, process equipment including gearboxes drives, pumps, valves, and/or packaging equipment.\n\nPossess a logical fault-finding approach to breakdowns.\n\nBe able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders\n\nDemonstrate a sense of urgency whilst never compromising safety or product quality.\n\nWhat you need to know\nAdvert posting date: 06/11/2026\nAdvert closing date: 20/11/2026\nWe will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.\nAt Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect and we believe that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment allows everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovative thinking. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities, parents, carers and members of the LGBT+ community. Please let us know if we can provide accommodations to ensure your full participation in the application process.\nTo find out more about Nestle’s commitment to DEI: Nestlé's Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace\nRight to work in the UK\nIn accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. We have assessed this role and do not consider that we would be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route as the role does not meet the relevant Home Office criteria; the successful candidate therefore must be able to demonstrate their own right to work during the recruitment process without Nestlé sponsorship.\nTo find out more about your recruitment journey with Nestle: Recruitment Journey | Nestlé UK & Ireland\nBusiness Area:Nestle Beverage\nLocation: Dalston, Cumbria\nSalary: Up to £50,000depending on experience.\nShift pattern: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm\nSome of our other fantastic benefits\nPotential, discretionary annual bonus.\n\nGenerous pension scheme- up to 12% contribution from Nestle.\n\n12 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement.\n\n2 paid volunteering days.\n\nA focus on personal development and growth.\n\nWe are recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Engineer, to join our team based at our state-of-the-art Coffee production factory in Dalston, Cumbria. This is a permanent opportunity which will report into the Fill & Pack Maintenance Manager.\nNestlé Dalston Factory in Cumbria is the European Centre for cappuccino and creamers producing a range of beverage products. These are produced through a highly automated PLC controlled process plant and automated filling and packing lines. It is continually developing and expanding leading brands such as Nescafé, Aero Hot Chocolate and Coffeemate. The factory is moving forward with continuous improvement principles and actively developing Lean/TPM processes so it’s an exciting time to be involved.\nWe take pride in championing inclusion and diversity. We proudly signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter, are committed to Disability Confidence, and have been recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for gender equality for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are a headline partner of Diversity and Inclusion in grocery.\nYour impact\nUltimately, you will support the factory in ensuring timely and efficient completion of maintenance and compliance-driven tasks. The site is heavily focussed on continuous improvement, and your expertise will support the factory to move towards its ambitions in this area. A keen eye for detail when it comes to cost, compliance and safety will also be important in this role.\nYour other key responsibilities will include:\nYou will be working to drive improvements in the performance of machinery and assets, technically supporting the shift leader and developing the technical skills within the engineering and operational teams.\n\nParticipating and positively contributing to site initiatives as requested to include HACCP, ISO9002, CDM etc.\n\nRaising purchase orders where required, liaising with the Maintenance co-ordinator to ensure that appropriate stock levels are maintained within budgetary constraints.\n\nFull ownership with action generation and closure for a particular area to ensure a dramatic step change can be demonstrated in a timely manner.\n\nYour ingredients for success\nTo be successful in this role you will already have strong engineering ability along with initiative and attention to detail as well as experience of modern manufacturing techniques such as 5S, LEAN and TPM would be ideal.\nPrevious experience within an FMCG Engineering role would be desirable but other Engineering experiences will also be considered.\nYou will:\nBe educated to HNC or NVQ Level 3 and equivalent experience in an Engineering time served apprenticeship.\n\nBe able to demonstrate skills working on pneumatics systems, process equipment including gearboxes drives, pumps, valves, and/or packaging equipment.\n\nPossess a logical fault-finding approach to breakdowns.\n\nBe able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders\n\nDemonstrate a sense of urgency whilst never compromising safety or product quality.\n\nWhat you need to know\nAdvert posting date: 06/11/2026\nAdvert closing date: 20/11/2026\nWe will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.\nAt Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect and we believe that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment allows everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovative thinking. 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