Planned Preventative Maintenance Technician, Arla Foods - Leeds

Arla Foods Deutschland GmbH; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global dairy leader is seeking a Planned Preventative Maintenance Technician in Leeds. The role involves routine inspections and implementing maintenance activities. Candidates must have engineering maintenance qualifications and experience in a fast-paced production environment. This position promotes professional development and offers competitive benefits. Join a cooperative dedicated to sustainability and innovation in dairy production.

Benefits

Employer pension matched up to 6%

Annual salary life assurance cover

Flexible benefits including additional annual leave

Strong career development & training options

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proven experience in maintenance engineering.
• Desirable familiarity with CBM, RCA, and FMECA.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on assets.
• Execute planned maintenance activities to prevent failures.
• Utilise CMMS to record maintenance activities.
• Serve as an ambassador for safety and food quality.

Skills

Technical and maintenance engineering experience

Familiarity with maintenance tools

Problem-solving

Education

Completed Modern Advanced Level Apprenticeship to Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance

Tools

SAP CMMS

FastWork

Job description

Overview

Planned Preventative Maintenance Technician, Arla Foods - Leeds

Location: Leeds, GB

Arla Foods

Planned Preventative Maintenance Technician

Shift pattern – 4 on 4 off (Days only)

• Employer pension matched up to 6%
• X4 annual salary life assurance cover
• Flexible Benefits- buy additional days annual leave, reward gateway scheme- discounts with various retailers via my benefit platform.
• Strong career development & training (internal and external training)

Responsibilities

We are looking for dedicated PPM Technician at Arla Foods Stourton Dairy process department to conduct routine inspections and maintenance on assets. This role involves following planned maintenance schedules, taking ownership of problem-solving, and collaborating to upskill operations and technicians. You will play a key role in supporting asset reliability through maintenance plan development and optimisation.

• Execute planned maintenance activities to improve maintenance execution on site to prevent failures, source necessary spare parts, and update the engineering plan
• Utilise SAP CMMS and FastWork to record all maintenance activities and contribute to top loss review and action closure
• Ensure OEE is realised through data analysis and effective CI work to reduce unplanned stops, leading RCA with site teams, maintaining technical standards including SOPs, SMPs and work instructions and support knowledge sharing and skill development across operations and engineering
• Serve as an ambassador for safety and food quality, adhering and championing LOTO, Permit to Work, and other protocols
• Provide technical input to CAPEX projects

Skills and Qualifications

• Ideally you will have completed a Modern Advanced Level Apprenticeship to Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance or equivalent
• Proven experience in technical and/or maintenance engineering position within a fast paced production environment
• Familiarity with maintenance tools like CBM, RCA, FMECA, and CMMS (SAP PM) is desirable

Please apply using the link or reach out to Alex Tyrrell, Senior Talent Partner, at [e-mail] .

Application closing date for this position will be 3rd January 2025

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.