Production Maintenance Lead - PLC, Planning & Improvement

TieTalent; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

Comprehensive healthcare support

KP Pension Plan

25 days holiday

Online benefits platform

Job summary

A leading snack manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance Lead for its production line in Billingham. This is a hands-on role focused on maintenance planning and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include managing maintenance activities, developing schedules, and ensuring operations run smoothly. The ideal candidate will have formal engineering qualifications and strong troubleshooting skills. This position offers a dynamic environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Formal engineering qualification in mechanical and/or electrical discipline.
• Strong fault-finding, troubleshooting, and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with PLC automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily maintenance planning and scheduling.
• Manage overdue work orders based on urgency.
• Update and maintain technical documentation.

Skills

Fault-finding

Troubleshooting

PLC automation

Lean tools/techniques

Coaching

Education

HNC/ONC or equivalent in mechanical/electrical discipline

18th Edition wiring regulations qualification

Job description

A leading snack manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance Lead for its production line in Billingham. This is a hands-on role focused on maintenance planning and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include managing maintenance activities, developing schedules, and ensuring operations run smoothly. The ideal candidate will have formal engineering qualifications and strong troubleshooting skills. This position offers a dynamic environment and opportunities for growth.