Maintenance Engineer
Location: Clitheroe. Salary: up to £49,000 per annum.
Yolk Recruitment are exclusively supporting a leading manufacturing business in the Northwest to recruit a Multi–Skilled Maintenance Engineer for their high volume production site near Blackburn. This is an excellent opportunity for a time‑served, multi‑skilled engineer to join a stable, growing business and play a key role in keeping a modern facility running efficiently.
What You'll Do:
* Carry out both proactive and reactive maintenance on production and packaging machinery
* Complete planned preventative maintenance to minimise downtime
* Diagnose and resolve equipment faults quickly and effectively
* Support production teams to maximise line efficiency and uptime
* Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment history
* Assist with site facilities maintenance and improvement work
* Contribute to engineering projects including machinery upgrades and installations
* Manage spare parts and stock levels to ensure availability when needed
* Work safely at all times, adhering to health and safety procedures
* Communicate technical issues clearly with internal teams
* Support continuous improvement initiatives and lead small projects where required
What You'll Bring:
* A relevant engineering qualification such as ONC, HNC or NVQ in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
* Experience within a manufacturing, production or FMCG environment
* Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving ability
* Experience with packaging machinery is highly desirable
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
* Good IT skills with the ability to maintain records and reports
* A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and develop
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Why You Should Apply:
* Competitive salary with shift pattern offering work–life balance
* Access to a wide range of lifestyle and financial benefits
* Excellent wellbeing support including mental, physical and financial resources
* Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities
* A positive and inclusive working culture where your contribution is recognised
* Opportunities to get involved in projects and continuous improvement initiatives
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