CONTRACT MULTI-SKILLED MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Zenith People; Washington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for a 6-month contract. The role involves performing preventative and reactive maintenance on high-volume production machinery, requiring proven experience in FMCG and strong mechanical and electrical expertise. Candidates should have solid problem-solving skills and be prepared to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician in an FMCG environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Flexibility to work shifts or weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance on production machinery.
• Respond to reactive maintenance issues and diagnose faults.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Zenith People are working with our client who are a Manufacturer seeking a time-served Maintenance Technician with a strong background in high volume manufacturing to join their team on a 6-month contract basis. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of a high-volume production facility by carrying out both preventative and reactive maintenance tasks on a variety of pneumatic, hydraulic air compressed machinery. There will also be some PLC Fault Finding involved.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production machinery and equipment to minimize downtime.
• Respond promptly to reactive maintenance issues, diagnosing faults and implementing effective solutions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize disruption and maximize output.
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety.
• Assist in equipment installations, modifications, and upgrades as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician/Engineer within an FMCG environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, with the ability to troubleshoot effectively.
• Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work shifts or weekends if required.

If you are a time-served, experienced Maintenance Technician with PLC Fault Finding experience in a High Volume Manufacturing Environment, we would love to hear from you! Click apply now