Food Production Engineer: Reliability, CI & Safety

Accuri; Harlow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production firm in Harlow is seeking a Food Production Engineer to provide maintenance support and engineering solutions for food production equipment. The role involves troubleshooting, optimizing machine settings, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates should possess a time-served engineering qualification and strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement projects and ensure efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced food production environment.
• Time-served engineering qualification (mechanical, electrical, mechatronics).
• Knowledge of Lean tools and continuous improvement methodology.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production machinery.
• Work closely with production teams to ensure smooth operation.
• Identify opportunities to enhance reliability and reduce waste.

Skills

Strong troubleshooting skills

Ability to read engineering drawings

Knowledge of PLC-controlled machinery

Experience in FMCG production environment

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Engineering

Time-served engineering qualification

Tools

CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems)

Job description

A leading food production firm in Harlow is seeking a Food Production Engineer to provide maintenance support and engineering solutions for food production equipment. The role involves troubleshooting, optimizing machine settings, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates should possess a time-served engineering qualification and strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement projects and ensure efficient operations.