Our client, a prominent player in the Production/Manufacturing sector, is looking for a Production Maintenance Engineer to join their team on a Permanent basis. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of machinery, plant, and equipment within the food and drink industry.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor work activities to ensure control standards are continually met and maintained
Ensure standard operating procedures (SOPs) are written and up to date
Conduct regular maintenance inspections of machinery, plant, and freezer equipment
Perform relevant repairs and improvements on machinery and suggest better practices
Maintain reporting schedules for testing equipment
Service machinery and keep accurate maintenance records
Develop new equipment and re-develop existing equipment to improve processes and capacity
Carry out checks on automated equipment
Diagnose and repair equipment faults for smooth facility operations
Apply continuous improvement practices
Review equipment costs and propose cost-saving solutions
Continuously monitor production lines to identify and implement improvements
Share knowledge to develop team skills and understanding of SOPs
General Responsibilities:
Stay up-to-date with all existing and new company policies
Understand and adhere to company procedures and policies
Promote and uphold the company's characteristics and values
Encourage responsibility towards the community and environment
Contribute to continuous improvement, particularly within the QA/Technical department
Share good practices with colleagues and update managers on developments
Celebrate innovation and high performance within the team
Use all means of communication with colleagues and customers to convey information
Work collaboratively across all departments to build trust and good working relationships
Job Requirements:
Mechanical Engineering qualification
Maintenance experience within food manufacturing
Understanding of food industry standards
Ability to work Monday to Friday from 14:00 to 22:15
If you have the experience and skills needed to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team and take the next step in your career