Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer – Food Manufacturing

Alexander Steele; Preston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Steele has partnered with a successful food manufacturer to recruit a Multi-Skilled Engineer for on-site maintenance across production, packaging and process equipment.

You will take a proactive approach to recurring faults, minimise downtime and support ongoing improvements on site while ensuring food safety and GMP practices. The role entails hands-on mechanical and electrical work, with active collaboration with production and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across production, packaging and process equipment
• Diagnose and troubleshoot breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise production downtime
• Support production teams to maximise line availability and efficiency
• Identify recurring faults and implement solutions to improve equipment reliability
• Complete all required maintenance records, PPM documentation and breakdown reports
• Identify spare parts requirements and help maintain appropriate stock levels
• Communicate technical and operational issues clearly to relevant departments
• Support engineering projects, including machinery upgrades, improvements and building works
• Carry out general site and facilities maintenance when required
• Support new product development and the introduction of new equipment and processes
• Work in line with food safety, allergen control, hygiene and good manufacturing practice requirements
• Follow company environmental and waste disposal procedures
• Meet relevant engineering KPIs and performance targets

Job description

Alexander Steele has partnered with a successful food manufacturer to recruit a Multi-Skilled Engineer for on-site maintenance across production, packaging and process equipment.

You will take a proactive approach to recurring faults, minimise downtime and support ongoing improvements on site while ensuring food safety and GMP practices. The role entails hands-on mechanical and electrical work, with active collaboration with production and engineering teams.