Maintenance Technician

Reed; Enfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Maintenance Line Technician in Harlow, Essex, to maintain production efficiency in a fast-paced FMCG environment. The ideal candidate has at least two years of relevant experience and demonstrates strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach. This role involves operating machinery, conducting maintenance, and collaborating with teams to improve processes.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in FMCG or high-speed manufacturing.
• Strong technical expertise in machinery operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production line equipment to maintain performance.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on machinery.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical and automation issues promptly.
• Conduct line changeovers and setups according to production schedules.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Record and report equipment performance and maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to implement improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving ability

Adaptability under pressure

Job description

Maintenance Line Technician

Location: Harlow, Essex

Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum

As a Line Technician in a fast‑paced FMCG environment, you will play a critical role in maintaining high standards of production efficiency, quality and safety. This position requires strong technical expertise combined with key competencies such as attention to detail, problem‑solving ability and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. You will work collaboratively within a team, demonstrating effective communication, adaptability under pressure and a commitment to delivering consistent results in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Rotating Shifts

Week 1: 06:00 to 14:15 / 14:00 to 22:15

Week 2: 14:00 to 22:15 / 06:00 to 14:15

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production line equipment to maintain optimal performance
• Perform routine maintenance, adjustments and minor repairs on machinery
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical and automation issues promptly
• Conduct line changeovers and setups according to production schedules
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and hygiene standards at all times
• Record and report equipment performance, downtime, and maintenance activities
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to implement process improvements

If you have two years’ experience in FMCG or high‑speed manufacturing we would love to hear from you!Simply submit an updated CV and we will be in touch.