Mechanical Engineer

Are you a time-served, hands-on Maintenance Engineer with an mechanical bias? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment where keeping equipment reliable and safe is essential? We’re looking for a Maintenance Engineer (mechanical Bias) to join our team in Desborough. About VPK VPK Packaging Group is a leading sustainable packaging manufacturer with a strong presence across Europe. At our Desborough site, we produce high‑quality corrugated packaging for a wide range of industries. We are committed to safety, investment in our people, and continuous improvement — and our engineering team plays a vital role in our success. About the Role You’ll join our established maintenance team with a structured onboarding plan that introduces you to our equipment, processes, and site safety standards. Once settled, you will work on double-day shifts (6–2 / 2–10), supporting production by ensuring our machinery remains safe, reliable, and running efficiently. What You’ll Be Doing * Taking responsibility for your own safety and the safety of others by following all safe working practices, risk assessments, and LOTOTO procedures. * Working closely with Engineers, Operators, and Team Leaders to minimise downtime and support safe, efficient production. * Carrying out electrical and mechanical fault-finding, breakdown response, and planned preventative maintenance. * Completing breakdown, repair, and preventative maintenance reports clearly and accurately. * Supporting continuous improvement by identifying and implementing reliability improvements. * Sourcing replacement parts and services when required — ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery. * Maintaining a tidy and safe working environment in line with all health, safety, hygiene, and legal requirements. What We’re Looking For * Time-served, apprentice‑trained Maintenance Engineer with an mechancial bias (Level 3 or equivalent). * Solid experience working in a manufacturing or production maintenance environment. * Multi-skilled approach with competence in both electrical and mechanical fault-finding. * Good working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics. * PLC and drive experience is an advantage. * Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, can‑do attitude. * Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team. Why Join VPK? At VPK, you’ll be part of a supportive, skilled engineering team in a business that invests in training, development, and modern equipment. We offer: * Competitive salary plus shift allowance * 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays * Company pension scheme * Life assurance * Employee assistance programme * Ongoing training and personal development * A safe, friendly, and inclusive working environment