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Maintenance Engineer

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Posted 2 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Rochdale, Lancashire OL12 0BJ

Salary

£32,000 - £38,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Maintenance Engineer position is a full-time, permanent role with a salary of £48,000.
  • Candidates are required to have proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer within a food manufacturing environment.
  • The role involves conducting both reactive and preventative maintenance, as well as supporting machinery installation and modifications.
  • Applicants should possess a minimum NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance.
  • The company offers a competitive salary package, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities.

Job Title: Maintenance EngineerJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentSalary: £48000

Shift Pattern: Double days no weekends

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 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.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.