Production Maintenance Engineer

Aprirose Real Estate Investment; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Production Maintenance Engineer. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of equipment, reducing downtime, and enhancing productivity. Your expertise in fault finding, repairs, and lean manufacturing will be crucial in driving continuous improvement initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled engineer to thrive in a fast-paced environment and make a significant impact on production efficiency. If you have a passion for engineering and problem-solving, this role could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• HNC/ONC/City & Guilds/NVQ4 or relevant Engineering qualification required.
• Experience in fault finding and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid technical assistance to resolve equipment malfunctions.
• Perform maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Fault finding and repair of mechanical systems

Fault finding and repair of electrical systems

Lean manufacturing practices

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Team leadership

Education

HNC/ONC/City & Guilds/NVQ4

Relevant qualification in Engineering/Electronics

Time-served apprenticeship

Job description

Job title: Production Maintenance Engineer

Are you a highly skilled and motivated multi-skilled Production Maintenance Engineer? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? We are looking for a proactive problem solver with a passion for keeping equipment running smoothly and enhancing productivity. You'll play a key role in reducing downtime, increasing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and ensuring the longevity of our equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid technical assistance to resolve equipment and plant malfunctions.
• Perform fault-finding, repairs, and maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to streamline production processes.
• Develop and implement planned maintenance for jigs, fixtures, plant, and equipment.
• Manage stock of supplies and equipment to avoid repair delays.
• Identify and source components for the assembly of production units.
• Ensure production processes are followed when implementing changes.
  
  

Requirements

• HNC/ONC/City & Guilds/NVQ4 or a time-served apprenticeship, or a Relevant qualification in Engineering/Electronics.
• Fault finding and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical control systems.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in lean manufacturing practices.
• Proven ability to train and lead a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Full UK Driving License.
  
  

ACS are recruiting for a Production Maintenance Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Production Maintenance Engineer submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Production Maintenance Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Production Maintenance Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Production Maintenance Engineer role you desire.