Production Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to ensure the safety and efficiency of their manufacturing operations. This role involves identifying and rectifying machine faults, performing maintenance on plant equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a technical background, with experience in electrical automation and troubleshooting techniques. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and safety, and be part of a team dedicated to excellence in manufacturing processes. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Recognized Technical degree or HNC/HND in Engineering required.
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, especially blow moulding is a plus.
• Understanding of modern maintenance techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify health and safety risks and maintain safe working practices.
• Monitor plant performance and carry out necessary adjustments.
• Attend machine breakdowns promptly to minimize downtime.

Skills

Electrical automation

Fault diagnostic

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Technical knowledge

Education

Technical degree

HNC/HND qualification in Engineering

Tools

Fanuc

Siemens

Okuma Toyoda

PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens 7 Krupp)

Job description

Job Description

Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, growing from its beginnings in Cleveland, Ohio, to a global footprint across more than 35 countries and 200-plus locations.

Our Vision

Be the best performing customer service company in the world.

Our Purpose

We create packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Main responsibilities and tasks

• Identify health and safety risks and ensure that the plant and equipment is maintained in a safe working order and that safe working practices are followed at all times.
• Inform the Engineering Supervisor or the Production Supervisor of any relevant issues in relation to quality, safety and maintenance.
• To work in a professional manner, complying at all times with company policy on safety, hygiene and housekeeping.
• To monitor the performance of the plant and equipment and to carry out adjustments and maintenance to ensure the agreed quality and efficiency standards are achieved.
• To carry out maintenance work on plant and equipment with regards to improving reliability, downtime and machine induced quality problems. This will include all mechanical and electrical work.
• To accurately complete all associated maintenance documentation and submit to the appropriate person.
• Identify/rectify all aspects of machine faults (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic)
• To attend machine breakdowns in a timely manner and in conjunction with Production Supervisor/Production Manager ensure work is prioritised to keep machine down time to a minimum.
• Assist with the installation/implementation of machine improvements and projects.
• Be available for over-time and callouts when required.
• Assist with the development of PPM maintenance systems both electrical and mechanical.
• To carry out other duties as may be required from time to time as directed by the Engineering Supervisor.

Education & Skills

• A recognised Technical degree or minimum HNC/HND qualification in Engineering, Electrical automation.
• Apprenticeship an advantage but not essential
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, especially blow moulding will be a distinct advantage.
• An understanding of ladder logic and fault diagnostic is essential.
• Working knowledge of operating drive systems and platforms such as Fanuc, Siemens, Okuma Toyoda, PLCs inc Allen Bradley, Siemens 7 Krupp.
• Electrical and mechanical engineering
• Hydraulics, pneumatics an advantage but not essential.
• Preventative maintenance procedures.
• Fault finding techniques.
• Proven technical knowledge and troubleshooting approach.
• Ability to use electrical trouble shooting equipment.
• Understanding of modern maintenance techniques, technologies, and systems.
• Understanding of CMMS operating systems and development essential