Job Description
Production Engineer
£52,000
Ellesmere Port
Days Only (Mon-Fri)
gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Production Engineer to work at their facility based near Ellesmere Port
Performance Objectives
* Provide SME training & support to engineering department on PLC systems & functionalities, enhancing team knowledge & operational efficiency
* Diagnose & resolve issues related to PLC hardware & software, minimising any production downtime
* Conduce routine maintenance & updates to PLC systems, ensuring compliance with safety & quality standards & legislation
* Ensure all software backups are up to date and any changes are completed in a controlled manor
* Hold the ability to read & utilise technical information and drawings, as an aid for fault finding & machine understanding (e.g. P&ID, process flow diagrams, pneumatic & hydraulic schematics
* Conduct regular condition monitoring and performance analysis of critical assets.
* Recommend predictive and preventative maintenance strategies.
* Deliver structured technical training to engineers and apprentices.
* Provide hands-on support for equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
* Ensure engineering activities comply with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
* Support adherence to legal and internal audit requirements, including risk assessments and work permits.
* Work closely with Shift Engineers, Engineering Managers, and Production teams to ensure aligned priorities.
* Provide feedback and progress updates on engineering activities and improvements.
* Utilise CMMS (e.g., Prisma) to document faults, maintenance activities, and engineering performance.
* Hold the ability to read and utilise technical information and drawings as an aid for fault finding and machine understanding. Including but not limited to P&ID, SCADA, Process flow diagrams, pneumatic & hydraulic schematics.
Person Specification
* A minimum of 5 years' experience working on Krones high speed filling lines
* Ability to work under extreme pressure if, for example, an entire production line is shut down, & a willingness to work unsociable hours when required
* Working within the Food and Drink sector
* Experience supervising & leading engineering teams driving continuous improvement
* A thorough understanding of the relevant technology
* Good practical skills & a common-sense approach
* Previous experience working with SAP including creating orders and searching for parts
* S7 PLC programming
* In depth fault finding
* Develop & review maintenance schedules for each piece of equipment whilst carrying out the tasks
* Self-confidence & ability to work independently or as a member of a team
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Closing Date: 21/09/2025
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