Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Müller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.
Müller Yogurt & Desserts is the UK’s leading yogurt manufacturer responsible for major brands like Müllerlight, Müller Corner and Müller Rice. It produces chilled desserts under licence from Mondelez International and supplies the UK private label yogurt market from a dedicated, state of the art yogurt facility.
We’re looking for highly skilled Engineers (known internally as Shift Technician) to join our Market Drayton Dairy
- Yogurts & Dessert. The successful candidate will be responsible for reactive maintenance as well as conducting planned maintenance activities where required.
The Ideal candidate will have a time serve apprenticeship / HNC qualification and have experience within a manufacturing environment (ideally food or beverages).
Job Title – Engineering Technician (Multi Skilled)Location -Market Drayton Shift Pattern
- 4 on 4 off shift pattern: 7-7 (days & nights)Salary
- £54,000 per annum plus paid overtime at 1.5xPlus £5,000 signing on bonus (Payable after passing probation. Why join Muller Yogurts and Desserts?As a result of major investment and commitment from Muller to the long-term future of their Shropshire operations, a number of vacancies have arisen within their engineering function at their Market Drayton site. The site has seen circa £80m invested in upgrades to site infrastructure, automation and high-speed filling machines. Additionally, the site has secured further investment in world class warehousing and storage solutions, new product developments as well as significant investment in their yogurt and fruit processing plants. The future is bright. This is an exciting time to join the flagship site in the UK, working for a much-loved brand whose ambition is to put a smile on the nations face.
What’s in it for you?
- £54,000 + 1.5x overtime rate
- 5% bonus*
- Health care cash plan
- 282 hours annual leave
- Pension scheme
- Access to Muller Rewards Platform saving money across numerous retailers
- Free onsite secured colleague car parking
- Long term career with a company that invests in you!
What are we looking for from a Engineering Technician?
- Experience of working in a multi-skilled department maintaining fast moving, complex manufacturing or logistics environment
- Experience in mechanical and electrical engineering within Manufacturing, Production and Process environments
- Apprentice trained with proven experience of working on fast
- moving machinery, pumps, valves and PLC’s
- Possess good knowledge in the areas of filling and process technology
- Strong problem solving and root cause analysis skills
- Good knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques
- Team building skills and strong ability to work cross functionally
Knowledge of working with following:
- 3 Phase Motors
- Ammonia Systems
- Pumps
- Fire Prevention Systems
- Water Supply Systems
- Air Supply Systems ( Compressors)
- Steam Supply Systems
- Electricity Supply Systems
- Statutory Regulations
- Effluent Systems
- Pasteurisation & Separation
- Valve & Valve Matrices
- Product storage and agitation
- Plate Heat Exchangers