Maintenance Engineer - Food FMCG | Production Uptime

Stafffinders; Port Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a team in Port Glasgow. The role involves maintaining and optimising machinery in a fast-paced environment, ensuring reliability and performance. Ideal candidates should have a mechanical engineering qualification and substantial experience in maintenance, particularly within food production or FMCG sectors. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £48,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance engineering, preferably in food production or FMCG.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics is critical.
• Ability to respond quickly to machinery breakdowns.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance on equipment to minimise downtime.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues in collaboration with production.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Preventive maintenance systems

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification (HND or degree)

Job description

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a team in Port Glasgow. The role involves maintaining and optimising machinery in a fast-paced environment, ensuring reliability and performance. Ideal candidates should have a mechanical engineering qualification and substantial experience in maintenance, particularly within food production or FMCG sectors. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £48,000.