Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

PREMIER OFFICE SYSTEMS; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a dynamic team in Nantwich. This role is pivotal in ensuring the plant operates at peak performance through planned and reactive maintenance, adhering to health, safety, and quality standards. You'll be involved in diagnosing plant defects, improving operational processes, and maintaining compliance with site procedures. If you have a strong mechanical background with a blend of electrical knowledge, and a passion for continuous improvement in a food manufacturing environment, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a vital production facility.

Qualifications

• Recognized engineering apprenticeship and formal qualification required.
• Experience in FMCG, food, or beverage operational environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Conduct regular plant inspections and audits to ensure compliance.
• Engage in continuous improvement of plant operations and processes.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Health and Safety Awareness

Food Safety Awareness

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Computer Proficiency

Mechanical Drive Couplings

Industrial Motor Control Systems

Pneumatic Control Systems

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship

Formal Engineering Qualification

Tools

Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Crewe or Nantwich

4 on 4 off (4 days and 4 nights)

Salary DOE

We are excited to present a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a highly experienced team at our client’s site. The role focuses on performing planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance tasks, ensuring optimal performance of the plant in line with health, safety, and quality standards, while driving improvements across the site.

Responsibilities

• Follow site procedures related to quality, environmental, and health & safety systems
• Continuously improve plant operations, processes, and the working environment, collaborating across departments
• Assist in monitoring external contractors and ensuring compliance with site rules
• Conduct regular plant inspections and audits
• Respond quickly to unscheduled plant stoppages to minimize downtime
• Utilise system for recording labour, materials, and performing planned maintenance tasks (PPM/PdM)
• Safely and efficiently repair plant equipment and services
• Participate in maintaining the overall efficiency of the maintenance department, including tool management, housekeeping, and spare parts control
• Be part of the maintenance call-out program
• Diagnose and resolve plant/process defects using Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Work within budget guidelines and seek cost-reduction opportunities
• Engage in and promote a Safety-First culture
• Identify and pursue personal development and training opportunities
• Share and implement best practices within a food manufacturing environment

Skills/Experience Required

• Ideally Mechanical 70% Electrical 30%
• A recognized engineering apprenticeship and formal qualification
• Previous experience as a Maintenance Engineer in an operational environment (FMCG, food, or beverage)
• Food Safety awareness is an advantage
• Health and Safety awareness is essential
• A strong customer focus, with a flexible and adaptable approach
• Proficiency in computer use
• Hands-on experience with mechanical drive couplings, chains, belts, and bearings
• Experience with industrial 3-phase motor control systems and PLCs
• Knowledge of pneumatic control systems, compressed air systems, and steam-raising plants
• This role provides the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of a vital production facility