Mechanical Engineers
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Position Overview & Specifications
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Mechanical Engineers
Welcome to HARIBO, Europe's largest and most successful sweet-confectionery brand! Our mission is to bring happiness to kids and grown-ups and we're looking for talented people to join our team to help us spread some joy!
We are looking for Mechanical Engineers
Reporting to the Engineering Supervisor on a day to day basis - you will be responsible for providing electro-mechanical maintenance services to all machinery and equipment used for the production and packing of sugar confectionery and the installation and commission of production and packing machinery to the appropriate standards within the food environment.
You will have key relationships with other departments including but not limited to Production, Packing, HSE, Technical Services and Engineering.
And finally, one of our values is ‘Childlike Happiness’ so be prepared to have some fun along the way!
Life at the 'happy world' means:
- Salary £41,125 per annum
- 28 days holiday + bank holidays
- Alternating Shift Pattern 06.00 to 14.00 and 14.00 to 22.00
- Life Assurance
- Bonus scheme
- 20% discount in our Stores
- Free onsite parking
- A supportive and dynamic induction period
- And you can't forget...Sweet treats!!
Our mix that awaits you:
Some of the key accountabilities and responsibilities of the role are;
- Completing jobs in line with the preventative maintenance schedule
- Responding quickly and effectively to all breakdowns
- Ensuring all activities are carried out in line with the standards expected in the food industry
- Carrying out project and commissioning work as requested
- Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with any Permit to Works, job recording, fire alarm muting, Health & Safety and Hygiene set system of work
Ingredients that you bring with you:
- Mechanical Apprenticeship is essential
- Manufacturing background is preferred
- Installation and commissioning experience is essential
- Practical problem solving skills
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to make decisions under pressure
- Good IT skills
Hours of Work:
This role is 40 hours a week but flexibility to work outside of these hours is essential, working at our Pontefract site.
Please register your details through our recruitment portal, upload your CV and we will get in touch to discuss your application further…
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Mechanical Engineers roles across Haribo UK's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Food & Beverage Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £41,125 - £41,125 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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