Production Engineer

Greif; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier of industrial packaging seeks a skilled maintenance engineer to ensure safety and efficiency in operations. The role involves performing maintenance tasks, troubleshooting equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a technical degree and experience in manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in plastics manufacturing, especially blow molding is advantageous.
• Understanding of ladder logic and fault diagnostics is essential.
• Background in electrical and mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Identify health and safety risks and ensure plant safety.
• Perform maintenance on plant and equipment to improve reliability.
• Attend to machine breakdowns promptly to minimize downtime.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical Knowledge

Fault Diagnostics

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

Technical Degree

Tools

CMMS

PLC

Fanuc

Siemens

Okuma Toyoda

Job description

Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, expanding from its origins in Cleveland, Ohio, to a global presence across more than 35 countries with over 200 locations.

Our Vision

To be the best performing customer service company in the world.

Our Purpose

We create packaging solutions for life's essentials.

Main responsibilities and tasks

1. Identify health and safety risks and ensure that the plant and equipment are maintained in a safe working order, following safe working practices at all times.
2. Inform the Engineering Supervisor or the Production Supervisor of any issues related to quality, safety, and maintenance.
3. Work professionally, complying with company policies on safety, hygiene, and housekeeping.
4. Monitor plant and equipment performance, making adjustments and maintenance to meet quality and efficiency standards.
5. Perform maintenance on plant and equipment to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and address machine-induced quality issues, including mechanical and electrical work.
6. Accurately complete all maintenance documentation and submit it to the appropriate personnel.
7. Identify and rectify machine faults (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic).
8. Attend to machine breakdowns promptly, prioritizing repairs to minimize downtime, in coordination with supervisors.
9. Assist with the installation and implementation of machine improvements and projects.
10. Be available for overtime and callouts as required.
11. Assist in developing preventive maintenance systems, both electrical and mechanical.
12. Perform other duties as assigned by the Engineering Supervisor.

Education & Skills

• A recognized technical degree or minimum HNC/HND qualification in Engineering or Electrical Automation.
• An apprenticeship is an advantage but not essential.
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, especially blow molding, is highly advantageous.
• Understanding of ladder logic and fault diagnostics is essential.
• Working knowledge of drive systems and platforms such as Fanuc, Siemens, Okuma Toyoda, PLCs including Allen Bradley and Siemens 7 Krupp.
• Background in electrical and mechanical engineering.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics is an advantage but not essential.
• Experience with preventative maintenance procedures.
• Proficiency in fault-finding techniques.
• Strong technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to operate electrical troubleshooting equipment.
• Understanding of modern maintenance techniques, technologies, and systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS operating systems and development is essential.