Responsibilities
* Carry out maintenance activities in your area of responsibility, maximizing wrench time while following safety protocols.
* Support continuous improvement using the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle.
* Provide feedback to planners and leadership to help optimize schedules, frequency, and parts planning.
* Conduct pre‑ and post‑maintenance quality checks.
* Manage lubrication mapping and execution, and support the simplification and rationalisation of our lubricants.
* Train the autonomous maintenance team on equipment knowledge, basic Clean‑Inspect‑Lubricate routine and fault diagnostics.
* Lead the root cause analysis sessions and offer technical expertise.
* Promote and maintain strong 5S standards across the plant.
Qualifications
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with hands‑on experience.
* Recognised electrical or mechanical academic qualification.
* Strong electro‑mechanical knowledge.
* Familiarity with CMMS and SCADA systems.
* Solid understanding of equipment and technical standards.
* A sense of ownership for safety, quality and performance.
* Problem‑solving skills.
* Good communication.
We're an equal opportunity employer, committed to the Equality Act 2010. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will provide any necessary adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. Please speak to the recruiter directly about any support you need.
Compensation & Benefits
* Annual salary: £58,943.88 (including shift premium).
* Quarterly performance bonuses: £325 to £750.
* Visa sponsorship (subject to criteria being met).
* Relocation package (subject to criteria being met).
* Generous pension scheme: We double your contribution! You put in 5%, we add 10%.
* Extended fully paid family leave: 10 weeks of parental leave and 26 weeks of extended leave.
* Provided PPE: Uniforms and safety shoes provided, cleaned, and maintained on‑site.
* Further benefits:
o 24‑hour online GP for you and your family.
o Free virtual physiotherapy.
o Discounted gym membership.
o Long service rewards.
o Critical illness cover.
o Electric car scheme.
o Staff shop with great discounts on PepsiCo products.
o Day off on your birthday.
o Option to buy/sell holiday leave.
Working Hours
* Continental shift pattern: 3 days on, 2 days off.
* 42.9 hours/week on average, including weekends, bank holidays and night shifts.
* 12.25‑hour shifts (rotating between days 05:45-18:00 and nights 17:45-06:00).
* Includes weekends, bank holidays, and night shifts.
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