Maintenance Engineer - Tooling

Morrisons; Thrapston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Staff discount

Competitive pension

Healthcare benefits

Free parking

Job summary

Morrisons is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to support a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing site. You will maintain, repair and improve machinery to maximise uptime and efficiency, working with conveyors, motors, pumps and packaging equipment.

Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you will conduct preventive maintenance, diagnose breakdowns, carry out adjustments and changesovers, and keep detailed maintenance records while adhering to health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering
• Experience with FMCG machinery and packaging equipment
• Fault-finding and repair of conveyors, motors and pumps
• HACCP understanding is advantageous
• Excellent communication and a proactive maintenance mindset
• Ability to make quick decisions and work at pace

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on production equipment
• Respond to machinery breakdowns, diagnose the problem and repair or coordinate with specialists
• Carry out machine adjustments and changeovers to support production line efficiency
• Monitor and calibrate equipment to meet quality and safety standards
• Keep accurate maintenance records and manage spare parts inventory
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines and company policies
• Stay updated with industry advancements and new technologies

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Conveyors & packaging equipment

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

ONC / BTEC Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

More About The Role

Our sites are ever-demanding, complex and in some cases operate 24 hours a day - so it's vital we have a strong Engineering team who ensure our machines work to the best of their ability. So we can continue to provide great products to our customers, whilst still ensuring speediness. As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our Manufacturing site. You will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of our machinery and equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. This is a hands-on role that requires strong technical skills and the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly.

Shift: Monday to Friday only, 8 hour shifts, with flexibility on start time.

Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you will also:

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on production equipment, identifying and resolving any potential issues before they cause disruptions
• Respond promptly to machinery breakdowns, diagnose the problem, and perform repairs or coordinate with external specialists when necessary
• Carry out machine adjustments and changeovers to support production line efficiency and minimise downtime
• Monitor and calibrate equipment to ensure accuracy, quality, and safety standards are met
• Collaborate with production teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and provide technical expertise to enhance productivity
• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, including maintenance schedules, repairs, and spare parts inventory
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Stay updated with industry advancements and new technologies relevant to the role

More About Our Perks

• Generous holiday entitlement
• 15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores from the day you join us
• Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member
• Genuine career progression and development opportunities - read more about our Leadership School here
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Free parking
• Competitive pension and life assurance
• Healthcare / Wellbeing benefits including Aviva Digital GP
• 'MyPerks' with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
• Optional payroll charity donations
• A range of family-friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave

More About You

As well as the ability to work at pace, we're also looking for someone who has:

• Qualifications to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent, ONC mechanical engineering, BTEC level 3 in mechanical engineering)
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems used in FMCG industry
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery, including conveyors, motors, pumps, and packaging equipment
• Proactive approach to maintenance and a commitment to ensuring the highest levels of equipment reliability
• A good understanding of HACCP principles and ideally IEE qualification up to 18th edition wiring regulations would be advantageous
• Excellent communication skills
• Assertiveness with the ability to make decisions on the spot
• A can do attitude and a strong work ethic