Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer Job Overview

My client based in the FMCG industry are looking for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer in the Leicester area. This role is a shift-based role, working double days rotating 06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00.

Responsibilities include:

• Follow the company Health & Safety guidelines
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and give feedback to production regarding expected downtime and planned corrective actions
• Work with production team at all levels to guide and train staff to identify potential improvements to OEE, breakdown reduction and improvement of machine standards and operation.
• Work with the engineering team to test, install and commission new equipment prior to 'go live' of the packing centre
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance and other equipment servicing as directed by the engineering manager
• Work closely with the fellow engineers and the production team to develop a dynamic and positive attitude to the challenges of a busy production department
• Focus on the key performance indicators (KPIs) identified by the Engineering Manager, and work towards achieving and surpassing agreed targets
• Ensure that all necessary documentation completed in full and on time.
• Attend team huddles or site meetings as requested identifying risks to the operation or personnel, areas of improvement in GMP or OEE.
• Complete any necessary training required for the role. The jobholder should be open to personal development. This will include becoming super users on all automation, tray wash and Moba grading equipment.
• Identify areas of inefficiency and waste. In agreement with the Engineering Manager, implement and review the agreed changes
• Ensure all user training courses provided by the company are attended in full as required by the engineering lead, engineering manager, or packing centre manager. These may be in-house or externally provided
• Ensure all user training courses provided by the company are attended in full as required by the engineering lead, engineering manager, or packing centre manager. These may be in-house or externally provided
• Complete IOSH working safely and support in completing risk assessments in the department and for machinery
• The site is committed to being 'audit-ready' at all times. Therefore, it is imperative that site hygiene, health & safety, and document control are always all in line with customer specifications
• Maintain a respectful and constructive working relationship with colleagues, subordinates, and managers

Maintenance Engineer Job Requirements

• Must be a Multi Skilled Engineer ideally City & Guilds BTEC Level 3 or above in Electrical / Mechanical engineering.
• A recognized apprenticeship within a manufacturing environment would be extremely advantageous.
• All applicants must be self-motivated and have excellent communication skills.
• A minimum of 3 years experience of working within an automated production facility is essential for this position, whilst experience of working in the food / Brewery / FMCG.
• Must be living in a commutable from the Leicester area (LE3)
• Must have the full right to work in the UK

• Competitive salary of £48,000
• Excellent list of full company benefits available on request

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