Electrical Maintenacne engineer
3 Shift pattern between 5am and 11pm. No full nights or weekends!
Company Overview:
A leading manufacturing company with a commitment to quality, safety, and innovation. We pride ourselves on producing top-tier food products while maintaining a safe and efficient working environment. We are looking for dedicated and skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineers to join our dynamic team at our Stockport manufacturing plant.
Job Purpose:
Contribute to achievement of the overall business success by providing engineering support to production teams across the operations you have responsibility for. You are responsible for the maintenance and repair of production and site service assets.
Key Responsibilities:
* Preventative Maintenance: Conduct regular inspections and planned maintenance on production equipment to prevent breakdowns and ensure machinery runs efficiently.
* Reactive Maintenance: Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, diagnose faults, and carry out repairs to minimize production downtime.
* Machinery Installation & Modification: Support the installation, testing, and commissioning of new machinery and modifications to existing equipment in compliance with regulatory standards.
* Compliance & Safety: Ensure all work complies with company and statutory Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations. Participate in risk assessments and adhere to HACCP, GMP, and other relevant food safety standards.
* Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions to enhance equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and improve manufacturing efficiency.
* Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate maintenance records, including maintenance logs, work orders, and spare parts usage. Generate reports on equipment performance, downtime, and completed maintenance tasks.
* Collaboration: Work closely with the production team, other engineers, and management to address issues, support production targets, and optimize machinery performance.
* Training & Development: Assist in training production and junior engineering staff on equipment use, routine maintenance procedures, and safety protocols.
Skills & Experience Required:
* Qualifications:
* Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or Apprenticship in Electrical
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (desirable but not essential).
* Experience:
* Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer within a food and beverage manufacturing environment
* Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance, including PLC fault-finding, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
* Glass filling either jars or bottles
* Skills:
* Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations
Benefits:
* Competitive salary package and pension scheme.
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
* Opportunity to work in a well-established company within a growing industry.
* Employee benefits
* Discount cards
How to Apply:
If you are a proactive and skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing food manufacturing business, please submit your CV detailing your experience and suitability for the role