Maintenance Engineer

Orion Electrotech; Ruthin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plastics manufacturer in Mold is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer. This role focuses on planned and reactive maintenance to ensure minimal downtime across equipment. Ideal candidates will have experience with plastic injection moulding machinery, electrical bias, and PLC programming. The position offers a competitive salary up to £48,000 and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Early Friday finishes

Opportunity for full responsibility for maintenance

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining plastic injection moulding machinery or similar industrial equipment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and some facilities support.

Responsibilities

• Own both planned and reactive maintenance.
• Be the key escalation point for technical issues.
• Ensure minimal downtime across a wide range of equipment.

Skills

Electrical bias

PLC programming

Fault-finding

Mechanical systems knowledge

Education

5 years’ post-qualification experience or QBE

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

Location: Mold

Salary: Up to £48,000 package

Shift Pattern

Rotating shifts: 6am-3pm / 1pm-10pm (40‑hour week)

Early Friday finish (6am-12pm / 12pm-6pm)

A leading plastics manufacturer specialising in injection‑moulding is looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their ranks. With continued investment in people, processes and equipment, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team where your skills will make a real impact.

The Role

As the site's dedicated Maintenance Engineer, you’ll take ownership of both planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring minimal downtime across a wide range of equipment. You’ll be the key escalation point for technical issues, bringing your electrical bias and mechanical know‑how to keep production running smoothly.

What We’re Looking For

• Electrical bias (open to 60/40 split)
• Experience maintaining plastic injection moulding machinery or similar industrial equipment
• Skilled in PLC programming and fault‑finding
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and some facilities support
• Ideally 5 years’ post‑qualification experience (or QBE)

Why Join?

• Competitive salary package up to £48,000
• Early Friday finishes on shift rotations
• Opportunity to take full responsibility for maintenance across the site
• Be part of a supportive, informal environment where your input is valued

This is a brilliant opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer who’s looking for stability, variety and responsibility within a business that continues to grow and invest.

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