Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food manufacturer as a Maintenance Technician in Scunthorpe. You'll perform maintenance on manufacturing machinery, support a skilled Engineering Team, and contribute to improving production efficiency. Offering competitive pay and growth opportunities, this role is perfect for an NVQ Level 3 qualified individual eager to advance their career.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

50% discount for friends and family at selected restaurants

Cycle2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Proactive and motivated individual.
• Experience in both planned and reactive maintenance roles.
• Willingness to learn and support the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and reactive maintenance on manufacturing machinery.
• Support mechanical, electrical, and general maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering Team and report to Engineering Manager.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 in mechanical or electrical engineering

Job description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician

Location: Scunthorpe

Working Hours: 4 on 4 off - 2 days, 2 nights- 12 hour shift patterns (7 AM/PM - 7 AM/PM)

Competitive package + Benefits + Training and qualifications + Overtime

About Us:

Join 2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual that's eager to join a prestigious employer within the FMCG sector. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories, including popular brands like Holland's pies. We are committed to delivering high-quality products to the British public and our retail and food service customers, including major retailers like Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose.

Role Overview:

• Perform routine and reactive maintenance on manufacturing machinery and equipment




• Maintenance and repair of packaging lines, including labellers, injectors, conveyors, metal detectors, and associated safety systems.




• Support mechanical, electrical, and general maintenance activities as required




• Work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment




• Collaborate closely with the Engineering Team and report to the Engineering Manager




• Contribute to continuous improvement of equipment reliability and production efficiency

About you:

We are seeking a proactive and motivated individual with a minimum of an NVQ Level 3 in either mechanical or electrical engineering who is ready to take the next step in their career.

Requirements:

• We welcome candidates with a background in manufacturing who are eager for a new challenge and have experience in both planned and reactive maintenance roles.




• The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to root cause analysis and problem-solving, possess excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues at all levels, and be a true team player who is keen to learn from others, share knowledge and support the wider team.




• Ability to thrive in a reactive and fast-paced environment.




• Training and qualifications support provided - ideal for someone eager to develop their skill set furth

Benefits:

• Refer a friend scheme




• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year




• Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family. (Giraffe World




• Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner and Burger & Cocktails




• Cycle2Work Scheme

Why Join Us?

As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasise promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us

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