Maintenance Engineer

Omega Resource Group

Belthorn

On-site

GBP 43,000 - 58,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Overtime opportunities

Training and development

Career progression

Modern facility

Job summary

Omega Resource Group is seeking a Maintenance Engineer in Blackburn to join a major manufacturing business. The role covers maintenance on injection moulding and related production systems within a plastics environment, on a continental shift pattern.

Ideal candidates have an engineering qualification (NVQ3/City & Guilds/HNC/HND or an apprenticeship) and experience in a manufacturing setting, with strong fault-finding on automated machinery.

Qualifications

Recognised engineering qualification(s) such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or Apprenticeship in Engineering.
Experience in a manufacturing, FMCG, packaging, plastics or production environment is desirable.
Strong fault-finding skills on automated machinery.

Responsibilities

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across the manufacturing facility.
Fault find and repair production equipment to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency.
Work on machinery including injection moulding, blow moulding, conveyors and related systems.
Support continuous improvement projects to enhance reliability, productivity and plant performance.
Diagnose electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic faults.
Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely and in line with site procedures.
Assist with machinery installations, upgrades and improvement projects.
Accurately complete maintenance records and communicate effectively during shift handovers.

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

HNC/HND

Engineering Apprenticeship

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Blackburn

£50,000

Continental Shift Pattern (2 Days, 2 Nights, 4 Off)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer to join a major manufacturing business in Blackburn. Operating within a fast-paced plastic packaging environment, the company supplies high-quality products to a range of leading customers across multiple sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically or mechanically biased engineer looking to join a stable, well-invested site with modern manufacturing equipment and genuine long-term career prospects.

Responsibilities - Maintenance Engineer

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across the manufacturing facility.
Fault find and repair production equipment to minimise downtime and maximise efficiency.
Work on a variety of machinery including injection moulding machines, blow moulding equipment, conveyors and associated production systems.
Support continuous improvement projects to enhance reliability, productivity and plant performance.
Diagnose electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic faults.
Ensure all maintenance activities are completed safely and in line with site procedures.
Assist with machinery installations, upgrades and improvement projects.
Accurately complete maintenance records and communicate effectively during shift handovers.

Qualifications & Experience - Maintenance Engineer

Recognised engineering qualification such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or Apprenticeship in Engineering.
Experience working within a manufacturing, FMCG, packaging, plastics or production environment.
Strong fault-finding skills on automated machinery.
Experience maintaining injection moulding, blow moulding, conveyor systems or similar manufacturing equipment would be advantageous.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Knowledge of PLC fault finding and automated production systems desirable.
Flexible approach with a positive attitude towards working continental shifts.

Benefits - Maintenance Engineer