Job Title: Maintenance Engineer Location: Cheadle / Gatley / Wythenshawe areas Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £48,500 Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off – 12 hour shifts (2 days 2 nights) Company Overview: We are a leading food manufacturing company with a commitment to quality, safety, and innovation. We pride ourselves on producing top-tier food products while maintaining a safe and efficient working environment. We are looking for dedicated and skilled Maintenance Engineers to join our dynamic team at our Manchester manufacturing plant. Job Purpose: The Maintenance Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring that all production equipment and machinery are operating efficiently and safely within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for reactive and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to minimize downtime and enhance productivity. Key Responsibilities: Preventative Maintenance : Conduct regular inspections and planned maintenance on production equipment to prevent breakdowns and ensure machinery runs efficiently. Reactive Maintenance : Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, diagnose faults, and carry out repairs to minimize production downtime. Machinery Installation & Modification : Support the installation, testing, and commissioning of new machinery and modifications to existing equipment in compliance with regulatory standards. Compliance & Safety : Ensure all work complies with company and statutory Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations. Participate in risk assessments and adhere to HACCP, GMP, and other relevant food safety standards. Continuous Improvement : Identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions to enhance equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and improve manufacturing efficiency. Documentation & Reporting : Maintain accurate maintenance records, including maintenance logs, work orders, and spare parts usage. Generate reports on equipment performance, downtime, and completed maintenance tasks. Collaboration : Work closely with the production team, other engineers, and management to address issues, support production targets, and optimize machinery performance. Training & Development : Assist in training production and junior engineering staff on equipment use, routine maintenance procedures, and safety protocols. Skills & Experience Required: Qualifications: Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent. 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (desirable but not essential). Experience: Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer within a food manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of mechanical or electrical maintenance, including PLC fault-finding, hydraulics, and pneumatics. Skills: Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical or electrical faults. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations Benefits: Competitive salary package and pension scheme. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Opportunity to work in a well-established company within a growing industry. Employee benefits How to Apply: If you are a proactive and skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing food manufacturing business, please submit your CV detailing your experience and suitability for the role.