SDUK's brands include the Nations favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well-known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), functional ingredients and dairy free products.
This position is a key hire to oversee operational integrity and performance of all production equipment. Included in this will be the development and implementation of asset care strategies, conducting regular inspections, and utilising preventative maintenance schedules and gathering detailed data on equipment performance to develop actionable insights for enhancing reliability and efficiency.
Within the role, you will also have a focus on continuous improvement (CI) and site performance enhancements, which will include identifying opportunities as a self-starter, leading cross-functional teams, and participating in equipment upgrades and modifications to support long-term operational objectives and sustainability goals.
In addition, youll be hands-on with fault-finding and support with breakdowns when required, sharing knowledge across engineering, and ensuring the maintenance of detailed documentation.
Work pattern:
4-on/4-off days only
YOULL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY
Overseeing operational integrity and performance of all production equipment, developing and implementing asset care strategies, and conducting regular inspections and audits to identify condition-based maintenance (CBM) opportunities
Using preventative maintenance techniques to create comprehensive planned maintenance schedules to minimise equipment downtime and improving reliability and availability of plant asses
Interrogating software and gathering detailed data on equipment performance (OEE) and using analytical tools to interpret data to develop actionable insights to enhance equipment performance and reliability
Assisting the planning and evaluation of improvement projects, ensuring they align with operational goals
Leading and actively participating in CI projects focused on increasing site reliability, operational efficiency, and safety standards
Providing expert input (such as impact of proposed changes) on potential upgrades and modifications to optimise performance and efficiency, working with OEMs and contractors to ensure seamless integration
Designing and refining comprehensive fault-finding procedures and techniques to ensure swift and effective issue resolution
Ensuring documentation is regularly updated and easily accessible and equipping the wider engineering team with the necessary knowledge, tools, and methodologies to diagnose and address faults
Working closely with production, quality, and other key stakeholders to ensure seamless and efficient operations through open communication
Optimising line performance to meetand exceed key performance indicators in the areas of equipment reliability and efficiency
YOURE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU ARE
Educated in a relevant field (apprenticeship to HNC level or equivalent) with deep, relevant practical experience within a maintenance or preventative-related engineering role with a mechanical engineering bias
Experienced in engineering practices on maintenance management
Proficient in condition, vibration, and thermal based maintenance techniques including analysis and interpretation of gathered data
Experienced with fault-finding techniques for PLC controls and SCADA systems, and able to use CMMS systems
Team orientated and take pride in working to support colleagues to achieve overall asset care goals, whilst also being able to work on your own to deliver planned maintenance routines
Experienced with demonstratable knowledge of condition monitoring and preventative maintenance techniques
Able to effectively influence and communicate at all levels
Able to demonstrate the ability to think strategically and multitask
A strong analytical thinker with planning and decision-making skills
A skilled problem solver, and able to escalate when appropriate, communicating actions and mitigation implementation plans clearly
WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH
Bonus scheme paid quarterly
Autonomous and inclusive working environment
Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas
Enhanced employer pension contributions with Scottish Widows
Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.
Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing
Long service recognised every 5 years
Life assurance up to 4 x contractual pay
Discounted branded products
Free, onsite parking
Subsidised staff restaurant
My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings -providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.
For additional information on our benefits please go to uk.saputo.com/en/careers/employee-benefits
We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.
To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.
Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CVs supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.