Yolk Recruitment Ltd
Mechanical Technician
Mechanical Technician at Yolk Recruitment Ltd, based in Caerphilly, Wales, paying £42,000 - £42,500 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £42,000 - £42,500 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Caerphilly, Wales
- Closing date
- Sector
- Mechanical Engineer
10% below the typical rate for mechanical engineer
Reference 57450400
About the role
Mechanical Technician
Crumlin
Circa £42,000 plus excellent benefits package
Are you a time-served Mechanical Technician looking for a secure, well-paid role within a high-volume manufacturing environment?
Yolk Recruitment is supporting an established manufacturer that supplies some of the UK's most recognisable food brands. Operating on a 3-shift pattern, this business has enjoyed consistent growth for over a decade and continues to invest heavily in modern machinery and the long-term development of its engineering team.
What You'll Do:
You will be a key part of the engineering function, supporting production performance and ensuring machinery operates safely, efficiently, and to specification. Working closely with colleagues across shifts, you will contribute to continuous improvement and step up to resolve issues as they arise.
- Provide engineering and operational support within a fast-paced manufacturing area
- Set and adjust machinery to meet quality, output, and performance targets
- Maintain and support automated inspection systems
- Carry out fault finding, corrective actions, and detailed machine inspections
- Respond effectively to both minor and major breakdowns to minimise downtime
- Deliver planned preventative maintenance to improve equipment reliability
What You'll Bring:
You will be a proactive and adaptable technician who enjoys working in a collaborative environment while remaining confident making decisions independently when required.
- Time-served Mechanical Technician with at least 3 years' experience in manufacturing
- Background in FMCG, packaging, food processing, or other high-speed production environments
- Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving capability
- Comfortable working a rotating 3-shift pattern
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to communicate effectively across departments
Why You Should Apply:
This is a long-term opportunity with a stable and growing manufacturer that values its engineers and invests in their future. You will work with modern, automated equipment while benefiting from structured progression and competitive earnings.
- Salary circa £42,000 including shift allowance
- 3-shift pattern within a well-supported engineering team
- Structured development programme to support career progression
- Modern, well-invested manufacturing environment
- Secure role with a successful and expanding organisation
Ready to Apply?
Contact Andy Jones to find out more.
Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role.
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Reference: 57450400 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 23 Nov 2026 · Listed via Yolk Recruitment Ltd
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