Maintenance Engineer - Uptime & Reliability Specialist

Greif, Inc.; Crewe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to analyze machine performance data and plan maintenance activities that minimize downtime while coordinating with production teams. You will track work orders, manage parts, and perform root-cause analyses to keep equipment reliable.

The role emphasizes collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement within a plant environment, leveraging strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Typically possesses a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 2-4 years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical capabilities and problem-solving mindset.
• Familiar with electrical/mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic systems and maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and analyzes data on machine performance and problems.
• Plans corrective, preventive, predictive and proactive maintenance with daily coordination.
• Tracks work orders and maintains equipment history files.
• Manages spare parts ordering, stocking, and inventory control.
• Performs root cause analyses for equipment failures.
• Supports operations to increase uptime and productivity.
• Adheres to plant safety policies and lean programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Manufacturing equipment

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Greif is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to analyze machine performance data and plan maintenance activities that minimize downtime while coordinating with production teams. You will track work orders, manage parts, and perform root-cause analyses to keep equipment reliable.

The role emphasizes collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement within a plant environment, leveraging strong analytical and communication skills.