Mechanical Engineer – Howdens, Runcorn
Howdens is looking for Mechanical Engineers to join our team at our Runcorn site in Cheshire. With major investment underway to expand and upgrade our cabinet and panel manufacturing operations, including the addition of a brand‑new production line, we need extra engineering support to help us meet growing demand.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Proactive and preventative maintenance across manufacturing equipment, utilities and services.
* Reactive breakdown maintenance when required.
* Lead continual improvement projects and support implementation.
* Own and develop maintenance for specific production line(s).
Pay Rate and Shift Pattern
* £59,735.88 per annum (inclusive of basic rate, shift & disturbance allowance)
* 40 hours per week, 2 days and 2 nights (4 on / 4 off)
* Shift times: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm & 7:00 pm – 7:00 am
What You Need to Qualify
* Experience maintaining multi‑axis (CNC) manufacturing machinery.
* Knowledge of high‑volume automated manufacturing equipment with fitting and fabrication skills.
* Strong fault finding, root‑cause analysis and corrective action skills.
* Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, robotic and extraction systems is desirable.
* Experience with computerised maintenance management systems and development of maintenance tasks is desirable.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and allowances.
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays and the opportunity to buy extra holidays.
* Excellent pension scheme (company contribution up to 12 %).
* Free parking and free canteen.
* PPE provided.
* Reward and recognition events.
* Staff discount.
About Howdens
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, offering thousands of products across kitchens, joinery and hardware. With over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe, we are the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Our ambitious growth plan builds on last year’s £2.3 billion in sales. Howdens offers a fast‑paced, commercial environment with a strong entrepreneurial ethos, competitive salaries, development opportunities and exciting rewards.
How to Apply
If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, we’re keen to hear from you. Please apply online or contact recruitmentteam@howdens.com if you need any adjustments to the recruitment process.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We aim to provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and supported during the application process.
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