Maintenance Fitter (Mechanical Bias)

TN United Kingdom; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of industrial packaging products seeks a Maintenance Fitter with a mechanical bias in Burton upon Trent. The role involves maintaining plant effectiveness, performing preventative maintenance, and monitoring processes. Candidates should have a mechanical apprenticeship and experience with modern manufacturing techniques.

Qualifications

• Completed a recognized mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Experience with modern manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining the plant for maximum effectiveness.
• Perform preventative maintenance within manufacturing parameters.
• Monitor processes and equipment, report variances.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Resilience

Positive Attitude

Education

Mechanical Apprenticeship

Tools

Pneumatic Equipment

Hydraulic Equipment

Resistance Welding Machines

Power Presses

Gas-Fired Ovens

Spray Booths

Metal Forming Machines

Helium Leak Testing

Pallet Wrapping Machines

Strap Banding Machines

Job description

Maintenance Fitter (Mechanical Bias), Burton upon Trent

Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome.

Job Details

• Client: [Client information not provided]
• Location: Burton upon Trent
• Job Category: Other
• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Reference: 3e20887b2464
• Job Views: 3
• Posted: 17.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description

Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, with a global presence in more than 35 countries and over 200 locations. We are seeking a Maintenance Fitter with a mechanical bias to support our manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist in maintaining the plant for maximum effectiveness, emphasizing safety, output, quality, and cost efficiency using the Greif Business System.
• Perform preventative maintenance within manufacturing parameters.
• Monitor processes and equipment, report variances, and take corrective actions as needed.
• Identify potential improvements to enhance customer service and project outcomes.

Working hours: Monday-Friday, 06:30-15:00 (single shift).

Qualifications & Skills

• Completed a recognized mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Experience with modern manufacturing techniques.
• Strong communication skills, initiative, resilience, and a positive attitude.
• Experience operating pneumatic and hydraulic equipment from PLC/HMI control.
• Knowledge of resistance welding machines, power presses, gas-fired ovens, spray booths, metal forming machines, helium leak testing, pallet wrapping, and strap banding machines.
• Fork-lift truck certification is preferred; training can be provided.

Formal training and qualifications will be provided as needed.

Additional Information

We value integrity and prioritize candidate well-being. Verify opportunities on our official Careers page at www.greif.com. All legitimate communications will come from an @greif.com email address. For concerns, contact us via our verification link. Greif is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.