Reliability Engineer

Morrisons; Spalding; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food manufacturer is seeking a skilled Reliability Engineer to enhance the reliability of equipment at its Spalding manufacturing site. The successful candidate will analyse performance, develop maintenance strategies, and collaborate with teams to implement improvements in machinery reliability. Key qualifications include engineering expertise, knowledge of robotics, and problem-solving skills. This role offers excellent benefits, including discounts, career progression, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Six weeks holiday

15% discount in stores

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised staff canteen

Market-leading pension and life assurance

Healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Strong background in Engineering, ideally from a FMCG environment.
• In-depth knowledge of robotics, motion control, and vision systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyse machinery performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement reliability-centered maintenance strategies.
• Perform root cause analysis for breakdowns and prevent recurrence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of robotics

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Education

Degree in Engineering

IEE qualification up to 17th edition

Tools

Automation systems

Lean Six Sigma methodologies

Job description

Our machines are non-stop and in some sites we operate a 24 hour operation. Our Engineers play a pivotal part in ensuring our machines work to the best of their ability - so we can provide great product to our customers, whilst still ensuring speediness. We are seeking a talented and motivated Reliability Engineer to join our team and improve the reliability of our machinery within our meat manufacturing site in our Spalding Manufacturing Site.

As a Reliability Engineer, you will play a vital role in optimising the performance and reliability of our machinery. You will identify areas for improvement, implement maintenance strategies, and use innovative techniques to enhance equipment reliability, ensuring the consistent delivery of top-quality products to our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse machinery performance, breakdowns, and failure patterns to identify areas for improvement
• Develop and implement reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies to minimise downtime and maximise equipment efficiencies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate reliability initiatives into daily operations
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for breakdowns and develop action plans to prevent recurrence
• Drive practical Asset Care activities with front line production colleagues to foster a culture of asset ownership and increased performance
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of reliability improvement initiatives
• Identify opportunities for process optimisation and automation to enhance productivity
• Provide technical training to maintenance teams to enhance their knowledge and skills
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in reliability engineering and apply best practices to the fruit packhouse machinery

About you

We're looking for someone who has a strong background in Engineering, used to working at pace and wanting to help a business meet its targets. As well as this you will:

• Have an in-depth knowledge of robotics, motion control, and vision systems
• A proven track record in an engineering and fault finding role gained from a FMCG environment ideally
• A good understanding of HACCP principles and ideally IEE qualification up to 17th edition wiring regulations would be advantageous
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and principles
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex automation systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality results
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus

In return for your hard work we will offer you:

• Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays)
• 15% discount in our stores available from the day you join us
• Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Free parking
• Market leading pension and life assurance
• Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP
• Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
• Long Service Awards
• Optional Payroll charity donations
• Enhanced Family/maternity/parental leave

About us

You’ll find a great big welcome here at Myton Food Group - the part of our business that looks after manufacturing, whilst maintaining strong roots within Morrisons Supermarkets.

At Myton Food Group, we have a legacy to be proud of. We’re British farming’s biggest single direct customer. We buy from highly valued suppliers. And we’re passionate about the quality of our food. Today, we have 19 manufacturing sites across the UK, where we pack and process fresh meats and fish, savoury and sweet pies, fruit and veg, flower bouquets, bread and lots more.

We really do stand out in the world of food manufacturing. But what we’re especially proud of is the way we all get stuck in and work as a team, in partnership across our supply chain. Read more about what we do at our Myton Food Group website.