Introduction:
Our client is a growing manufacturing business investing in new machinery and a modern engineering facility. They re looking for a hands-on Maintenance Technician to join their team and support the smooth running of production.
This is a great opportunity for a multi-skilled engineer with experience in both mechanical and electrical maintenance. You'll be working in a fast-paced, BRC-regulated environment where you ll play a key part in maintaining equipment, solving breakdowns, and supporting continuous improvement.
The Role:
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this is a practical, on-the-tools role ideal for someone who enjoys getting stuck in and being part of a tight-knit team. You ll be responsible for keeping machinery in top condition, logging maintenance activity, and making sure any issues are resolved quickly and safely.
Day-to-day, you ll be:
* Carrying out breakdown repairs on a variety of equipment, ensuring machinery is running safely and efficiently
* Completing planned preventative maintenance in line with schedules
* Logging maintenance tasks accurately through the PPM system
* Supporting changeovers on production lines and working closely with the production team to minimise downtime
* Making small improvements to equipment and processes to boost efficiency
* Working with machinery such as label applicators, glue machines, and tube cutters
What We re Looking For:
* Time-served apprenticeship or relevant qualification (City & Guilds, BTEC, HNC or equivalent)
* Strong mechanical skills (machining, turning, milling, welding)
* Good understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics
* Basic electrical knowledge, with experience of PLCs and control systems
* Able to read and work from schematic drawings
* Full UK driving licence
The Right Person:
* Organised and able to prioritise in a busy environment
* A proactive problem-solver with a can-do attitude
* Good communicator and team player
* Able to work under pressure and use initiative
* Understands the wider impact of engineering on production and business performance
What s on Offer:
* Competitive salary of GBP43,000
* Company pension
* Life insurance
* Access to new 2024 machinery and engineering facility
* Training and support provided
* Long-term growth opportunity with shift development as the company expands
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