Shift Maintenance Engineer
Location: Skelmersdale
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum (DOE, inclusive of shift allowance)
Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts – 6:00am–2:00pm and 2:00pm–10:00pm
Overview:
We are currently recruiting a Shift Maintenance Engineer to join a busy manufacturing site in Skelmersdale. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and repairing production equipment to ensure efficient operations and minimal downtime.
This role would suit someone with experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance, although candidates with a bias in either discipline will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on site machinery
Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults
Support production teams to minimise downtime
Maintain accurate maintenance and service records
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety procedures
Equipment on Site Includes:
Conveyors
Printers
Glue stations
Folders and feeders
Wrappers and labellers
Mailing machines
Most machinery operates in a fast-paced, high-accuracy production environment. Training will be provided where required.
Requirements:
Experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance and fault finding
NVQ Level 3 (preferred)
Experience within a manufacturing or production environment beneficial
Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced setting
Driving licence preferred but not essential
Occasional travel to the Macclesfield site may be required
What’s on Offer:
£40,000 – £45,000 per annum (DOE) including shift allowance
Rotating shift pattern (6–2 / 2–10)
Overtime available during busy periods
Time and a half Monday–Saturday
Double time on Sundays
Training on site equipment provided
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