Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing is seeking a Multi Skilled Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of machinery and equipment in Brighton. The successful candidate will work with the Senior Engineer, focusing primarily on mechanical tasks with some electrical work, supported by training. Candidates should have 2-3 years of relevant experience and demonstrate competencies in reading engineering drawings and fault finding. Benefits include flexible work conditions and a variety of perks.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Free flu jabs

Free parking

Life insurance

On-site parking

Store discount

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years relevant experience, preferably in food manufacturing or pharmaceutical.
• Experience with food filling and packing lines.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Senior Engineer to maintain workplace equipment.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of machinery in the factory.
• Provide fault finding and rectification in case of breakdowns.

Skills

Able to read electrical & mechanical drawings

Logically fault find basic circuits

Competent with three phase 400V mains

Carry out PPMs to a high standard

Basic fabrication skills

Job description

Job Description

To work closely with the Senior Engineer to maintain workplace equipment ensuring a smooth and productive operation. (Multi Skilled Electrical and Mechanical)

To ensure safe and efficient operation of machinery in the factory.

To provide fault finding and rectification in the event of a machine or equipment breakdown.

To work within the agreed parameters, mainly carrying out mechanical work but some basic electrical work may be necessary, with training provided on this as necessary.

Competencies and Skills

• Able to read electrical & mechanical drawings.
• Ability to logically fault find basic electrical/electronic, mechanical or pneumatic circuits.
• Competent with three phase 400V mains.
• Carry out PPMs to a high standard.
• Basic fabrication skills a plus.

Previous experience with food filling and packing lines, for example:

• Conveyors.
• Metal detector/check weighing machines.
• Blenders/Mixers.
• Form/fill liquid fillers.
• Auger type powder conveyors and fillers.

Fabrication experience:

• Basic welding (TIG).
• Basic lathe and mill operation is an advantage but not essential.
• Plastics welding and fabrication.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of 2-3 years relevant experience, preferably from a food manufacturing or pharmaceutical business.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 35 per week

Additional pay: Bonus scheme

Benefits: Casual dress, Company pension, Cycle to work scheme, Employee discount, Free flu jabs, Free parking, Life insurance, On-site parking, Store discount