Job Description

At

GPI Cambridge Ltd

, we are part of a leading global business in fibre-based consumer packaging, specialising in producing high quality print for the healthcare and convenience food sectors.

The packaging we manufacture touches our everyday lives in so many ways. It keeps our breakfast cereal fresh. It holds the hot tea or coffee that helps get us moving in the morning. It holds and protects a host of beauty, healthcare and other consumer products that we use daily.

We package life's everyday moments for a renewable future.

Job Summary

Are you a hands-on, proactive engineer with a passion for keeping manufacturing lines running smoothly? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where every day brings a new challenge? Join us at GPI Cambridge, one of the UK's leading packaging and printing manufacturers, as we continue to grow and innovate across our nationwide sites.

We are currently seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer (preferably with an electrical bias) to support our high-performing team at our Cambridge site. Reporting to the site Operations Manager you will play a key part in ensuring our production equipment and systems operate efficiently, safely, and with minimal downtime. Working across mechanical and electrical disciplines, you will support both reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out electrical and mechanical maintenance on a wide range of production equipment. Diagnose and repair faults quickly and effectively to reduce downtime. Participate in routine and preventative maintenance schedules. Support site improvement projects, equipment upgrades, and installations. To devise, fabricate, and install, improvements to Production Machines. Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and company procedures. Work collaboratively with the production management teams.

Skills & Experience Required

Time-served engineer or equivalent qualification in engineering (electrical or multi-skilled). Proven experience in a manufacturing environment--experience in packaging or printing is highly desirable. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills ideally with an electrical bias. Ability to interpret electrical drawings and documentation. A positive, team-focused attitude and willingness to get stuck in. Flexible to support out-of-hours maintenance if required.

Physical Demands of Role

Standing or walking for extended periods during shifts while performing maintenance or inspections across the production area.

Manual handling of tools, components and equipment - lifting, carrying, and positioning parts.

Sometimes working in awkward or confined spaces

Climbing ladders or steps and working at height

Use of hand power tools

Exposure to noisy, hot environment at times

Requirement to wear PPE at all times, in accordance with site requirements.

This role is factory-based, and we operate 24 hours a day, over 6 days.

Interpersonal Skills required:

Effective communicator with a pro-active, can-do attitude. Ability to work on own initiative, as well as collaborate with members of the production management team. Reliable and flexible, with a strong work ethic. Planning and prioritising with the ability to adapt to a varied workload. Ability to work under pressure and multi-task.

What we offer:

You will be working 40 hours a week, over 5 days on a non-rotating shift pattern.

Annual leave of 33 days (BH included)

A competitive rate of pay reflecting your skills and experience.

Pension and Life Insurance

EAP and retail discount schemes

The opportunity be part of a forward-thinking, quality-driven business.

If you are ready to bring your expertise to a team that is passionate about #SafetyFirst, Quality and its People, apply now to join GPI Cambridge!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 42,000.00-49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Life insurance On-site parking
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Overtime
Application question(s):

Relevant Engineer qualifications - time served ideally
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:

Maintenance engineer: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Huntingdon PE29 2XG (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 17/08/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025