Maintenance Engineer
Come help us keep our factory running like a dream and be part of the HECK! family
At HECK!, we do things differently. We’re passionate about making great-tasting, high-quality food, and we bring that same energy and commitment into everything we do, including how we maintain and develop our world-class production facility.
We’re excited to be hiring a number of Maintenance Engineers to join our growing team. This role is an integral part of the HECK! family, keeping our operation going and our customers happy with great-tasting products! This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on, proactive individual who wants to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced, food manufacturing environment.
We're particularly interested in hearing from people with experience in electrical engineering, machine maintenance and/or general maintenance.
What you’ll be doing:
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across a wide range of food production equipment.
Responding quickly and effectively to machinery breakdowns to minimize downtime.
Working closely with production teams to ensure all machinery operates at peak performance.
Supporting and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensuring all engineering work is carried out safely and to the highest standard, following health and food safety guidelines.
Assisting in installations, commissioning of new equipment, and factory development projects.
What you’ll need to succeed:
Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role, ideally within the food manufacturing or FMCG sector.
A solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
A proactive, can-do attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to work shifts and support the business as needed.
Relevant engineering qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent) are desirable but not essential if you have strong practical experience.
What we offer:
The chance to be part of a dynamic, family-run business with big ambitions
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Competitive salary and benefits package
A supportive team culture where your ideas and contributions are genuinely valued
Free canteen with nutritious meals
- Department
- Engineering
- Locations
- Heck! HQ
Colleagues
About HECK!
Heck Food, established in 2013, proudly holds the title of the UK's number 1 premium sausage brand. Producing a variety of Pork, Chicken, and Meat-free sausages, along with Burgers and Mince, we're all about bringing exceptional flavor to your table. We're proudly independent and make all of our products here on our farm in North Yorkshire.