* £44075
* Nights only, 8 hours, Monday to Friday
About Our Client
The organisation is a well-established company within the FMCG industry. As a medium-sized enterprise, they specialise in high-quality manufacturing and are known for their dedication to operational excellence.
Job Description
As the Mechanical fitter you will be tasked with the following:
Maintenance & Repair
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production machinery, conveyors, mixers, packaging equipment, and utilities.
* Diagnose mechanical faults and perform effective breakdown repairs to minimise downtime.
* Replace and refurbish mechanical components such as bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes, pumps, and valves.
Compliance & Safety
* Ensure all work complies with food safety, hygiene, and GMP requirements.
* Adhere to site health & safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out procedures.
* Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure work is completed to audit-ready standards.
Continuous Improvement
* Identify opportunities to improve machine reliability and performance.
* Support root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring faults.
* Assist in engineering improvement projects and equipment upgrades.
Operational Support
* Collaborate closely with the nights hygiene team to ensure smooth operation and reliable start up of production on day shift.
* Provide technical support during product changeovers and start-ups.
* Assist with installation and commissioning of new machinery.
The Successful Applicant
* Relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering or a related field.
* Practical experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
* Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on efficiency.
* Knowledge of health and safety protocols in an engineering context.
* The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
* A proactive attitude towards machinery maintenance and improvement.
What’s on Offer
* £44,075 per year.
* 33 days holidays
* Option for salary sacrifice pension scheme
* Attendance bonus
* Length of service bonus
* 3 x Death in service benefit if enrolled in Legal and General Pension scheme
* 4 weeks full Company sick pay after successful completion of probationary period - increasing to 6 weeks after 5 years service.
* Other paid absences such as compassionate and paternity leave dependent on terms and conditions.
* Free parking
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Mechanical Fitter within the Engineering & Manufacturing sector, we encourage you to apply today!
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