Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Technical Network; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging manufacturer is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician in Scunthorpe. The role involves providing planned maintenance and handling breakdowns in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should have maintenance experience, knowledge of mechanical systems, and must be willing to work shifts. This position offers a competitive rate of £19.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance engineering within fast-paced manufacturing sectors.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems such as hydraulics, gearboxes, bearings.
• Ability to read technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems.
• Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical issues, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Conducting fault analysis and identifying early signs of mechanical failure.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Fault analysis

Reading technical drawings

Education

NVQ Level 3 qualification

Tools

Measurement instruments

Job description

A leading packaging manufacturer in the Scunthorpe area is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join their team on a Panama shift pattern.

The ideal candidate will be a hard-working and adaptable Mechanical Technician with a technical background in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, you will provide planned, preventative maintenance and respond to reactive breakdowns.

This is a fantastic opportunity with a multi-national packaging company that supplies to some of the biggest companies in the industry.

Role: Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Location: Scunthorpe
Salary: £19.50 per hour
Shift: Panama (Days & Nights) (20:00 – 08:00)

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems, assemblies, and components.
• Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical issues, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Conducting fault analysis and identifying early signs of mechanical failure.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical documentation, and standards.
• Using and maintaining measurement instruments and mechanical tools.
• Participating in scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Supporting the implementation of WCM (World Class Manufacturing) practices.
• Inspecting and verifying the quality of finished parts and sub-assemblies.
• Collaborating with other departments and maintenance teams for smooth operations.
• Assisting operators with routine machinery maintenance.
• Supporting training efforts and cooperating with external personnel.
• Maintaining appropriate PPE and adhering to all health and safety procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO standards and other relevant regulations.
• Performing additional tasks as assigned, consistent with the role.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in maintenance engineering within fast-paced manufacturing sectors (e.g., Automotive, Food, FMCG).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems such as hydraulics, gearboxes, bearings.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Willingness to work Panama shifts.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification or a time-served apprenticeship.

Please apply online or contact [e-mail] for a confidential conversation.