Mechanical Fitter

Michael Page (UK); Accrington; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Fitter for a role based in Accrington. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining production machinery, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with operational teams. The position offers a salary of £44,075 per year, 33 days of holiday, various bonuses, and a salary sacrifice pension scheme. This is a great opportunity for someone with qualifications in mechanical engineering and practical experience in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

33 days holidays

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Attendance bonus

Length of service bonus

Death in service benefit

Full Company sick pay

Free parking

Qualifications

• Practical experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on production machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and perform breakdown repairs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with the nights hygiene team for smooth production operations.

Skills

Mechanical engineering qualifications

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of health and safety protocols

Ability to work independently and in a team

Proactive attitude towards maintenance

Education

Relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering

Job description

• £44075
• Nights only, 8 hours, Monday to Friday

About Our Client

The organisation is a well-established company within the FMCG industry. As a medium-sized enterprise, they specialise in high-quality manufacturing and are known for their dedication to operational excellence.

Job Description

As the Mechanical fitter you will be tasked with the following:

Maintenance & Repair

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production machinery, conveyors, mixers, packaging equipment, and utilities.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and perform effective breakdown repairs to minimise downtime.
• Replace and refurbish mechanical components such as bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes, pumps, and valves.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all work complies with food safety, hygiene, and GMP requirements.
• Adhere to site health & safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure work is completed to audit-ready standards.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve machine reliability and performance.
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring faults.
• Assist in engineering improvement projects and equipment upgrades.

Operational Support

• Collaborate closely with the nights hygiene team to ensure smooth operation and reliable start up of production on day shift.
• Provide technical support during product changeovers and start-ups.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new machinery.

The Successful Applicant

• Relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Practical experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on efficiency.
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols in an engineering context.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive attitude towards machinery maintenance and improvement.

What’s on Offer

• £44,075 per year.
• 33 days holidays
• Option for salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Attendance bonus
• Length of service bonus
• 3 x Death in service benefit if enrolled in Legal and General Pension scheme
• 4 weeks full Company sick pay after successful completion of probationary period - increasing to 6 weeks after 5 years service.
• Other paid absences such as compassionate and paternity leave dependent on terms and conditions.
• Free parking

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Mechanical Fitter within the Engineering & Manufacturing sector, we encourage you to apply today!