Production & Workshop Controller

Port Talbot

Permanent

We’re working with a well-established, high-performing FMCG manufacturing business in Port Talbot who are looking to strengthen their engineering team with the addition of a Mechanical Engineer.

This is a hands-on, shift-based role where you’ll play a key part in keeping production running efficiently, minimising downtime, where you'll be joining a fast-paced environment in which engineers are trusted to take ownership, think proactively, and respond quickly to challenges on site.

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a Panama (Continental) shift pattern, rotating between days and nights:

• 2 on, 2 off
• 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off
• Alternating weekly between days and nights

This offers a strong work-life balance with regular extended time off.

Benefits:

• Salary £47,000 including shift allowance
• 24 days holidays plus 8 bank holidays. You will need to keep 3 days of holiday aside for a 2 week Christmas shutdown
• Structured shift pattern with regular time off
• Stable and established manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to join a well-supported engineering team
• Role with real responsibility and impact on production performance
• Company Pension
• Free on-site Parking

Role Responsibilities:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across site machinery
• Responding to mechanical breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise downtime
• Diagnosing faults and implementing robust, long-term fixes
• Supporting continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues and suggesting solutions
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and reports
• Ensuring all work is completed in line with health & safety and site compliance standards
• Working closely with production and other departments to keep operations running smoothly

Essential Skills & Experience:

• MUST have at least an NVQ Level 3/ City & Guilds Level 3 or HNC/ HND in Mechanical Engineering
• Must have proven experience of working within a mechanical maintenance role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong background in breakdown response and fault finding
• Knowledge of pneumatics and diagnostics
• A hands-on approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
• Good communication skills with the ability to liaise across departments

If you are interested and have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV. As champions of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, THOMAS Professional commit to reviewing applications we receive with complete fairness and equality.

At THOMAS Professional, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to accommodate your needs.

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