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Multi Skilled Engineer (Sun-Thu Nights)

D R Newitt & Associates

Aberdeen City

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in the FMCG sector is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to enhance their maintenance team. This role focuses on ensuring the smooth operation of production lines through effective mechanical and electrical maintenance. You will be responsible for troubleshooting issues, performing routine inspections, and implementing preventive measures to minimize downtime. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong technical skills, particularly in electro-mechanical systems. Join a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in food manufacturing.

Qualifications

  • Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance in a food manufacturing setting.
  • Ability to perform fault finding and preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct routine maintenance and fault finding on production lines.
  • Provide technical support for plant facilities and equipment.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance
Mechanical Maintenance
Fault Finding
Preventive Maintenance
Pneumatic Systems
Hydraulic Systems
Communication Skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree
Relevant Technical Certifications

Tools

CMMS
PLC Systems

Job description

A major FMCG Food Manufacturer is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer / Maintenance Engineer to join their team. Multi Skilled or Electrical experience will be deemed advantageous. This role will work Sunday to Thursday nights 9pm - 5.30am.


Maintenance Engineer Responsibilities include:
  1. Undertake Electrical and Mechanical routine maintenance of equipment, quality inspections and fault finding on the production lines and process, working to minimise down time.
  2. Electro-mechanical repairs to high-speed, PLC-controlled plant, handling and packaging equipment, also pneumatic and hydraulic control systems.
  3. Effectively communicate with production teams, providing timely updates on breakdowns/down time.
  4. Technical support for the plant facilities and services, including compressed air, refrigeration and steam.
  5. Ability to carry out Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Routines inspections, reports and remedial works.
  6. Support Production Team in achieving targets.
  7. Closely monitor production line and machine performance, identifying and investigating faults as well as improvement opportunities.
  8. Intervene online at points of failure and when reduction in performance occurs.
  9. Be observant and work off your own initiative with regards to fault detection, plan, communicate and execute remedial action as required.
  10. Analyse the efficiency of current procedures and suggest improvements.
  11. Work with equipment suppliers on new equipment, installations and modifications.
  12. Maintain cleanliness in any areas in which you are working and partake in achieving 5S standard.
  13. Co-operate and participate fully in training and development in cross-skilling and other job-related competencies.
  14. Proactively use the maintenance management system (CMMS), records of all changes, stores transactions made, and work carried out.
  15. Actively participate in toolbox talks and undertake permit to work and/or risk assessments (training provided).
  16. Contribute to machinery compliance with the relevant health and safety legislation, as well as relevant site food hygiene and safety requirements.

You will be a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer / Multi skilled engineer ideally having worked within a Food Manufacturing environment.

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