Maintenance Technician

Virtue Technologies; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join their team in Stoke-on-Trent. The role involves handling daily engineering tasks, ensuring machine efficiency, and requires a background in electrical or mechanical engineering. Extensive training is available to enhance skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Background in electrical or mechanical engineering required.
• Experience with fast-paced machinery is essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Handle daily engineering and maintenance activities.
• Ensure high standards and maximize machine efficiency.
• Perform general maintenance on various manufacturing equipment.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

PLC Systems

Automated Machinery

PPM Systems

Education

Apprentice Trained Engineer

Job description

Maintenance Technician – Leading Manufacturer

Location: Stoke-On-Trent

Salary: £45,000 + Pension + Overtime

Working Hours: Days Based Monday – Friday (Monday to Thursday 07:30 - 16:30, Friday 07:30 - 13:30)

Reference: Jo 6416/LW

The Company

An excellent opportunity has arisen with one of the UK’s most recognizable manufacturers, which is a leading UK listed company specializing in the production of specialist products for various end users. With over 75 years of manufacturing experience, the company is looking to expand its team.

Key Skills

• Apprentice Trained Engineer in Mechanical or Electrical
• Experience with PLC systems & Automated machinery
• Understanding of PPM Systems

The Role

The successful candidate will handle all aspects of daily engineering and maintenance activities, ensuring work is performed to high standards and maximizing machine efficiency. The role involves working on a weekend shift pattern and maintaining strong communication between shifts and departments. Candidates should have a background in electrical or mechanical engineering, be able to work independently, be a time-served engineer (preferably multi-skilled), and have experience with fast-paced machinery. Responsibilities include general maintenance on drives, motors, wrappers, pumps, conveyors, and other manufacturing equipment. Extensive training is available to help broaden skills.

If interested, please send your current CV. Interviews will be held locally, and the company aims to fill this position promptly.

About ETS Consulting Ltd

We are recruitment specialists in Manufacturing, Technical, Engineering, and Sales markets. ETS Consulting Limited is registered in England and Wales (No. 06164846), with offices at 7 Stamford Square, Ashton Under Lyne, Lancashire, OL6 6QU. During the recruitment process, proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK will be required.