Senior Reliability Engineer - Food Manufacturing

Premier Foods; Ashford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Ashford is seeking a Reliability Engineer for a permanent role. The ideal candidate will develop and implement maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability, optimizing both preventative and proactive maintenance. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, providing technical input for new equipment, and supporting engineering functions. Candidates should have a HNC or degree in relevant disciplines and robust knowledge in mechanical and electrical maintenance. The role offers competitive benefits including a pension contribution and annual leave.

Benefits

Up to 7.5% pension contribution

Life assurance

Staff discount shop on site

Free on site parking

Access to discounts at nationwide retailers

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of reliability principles and maintenance strategies.
• Experience analyzing complex operational issues in food manufacturing.
• Ability to demonstrate the use of problem-solving tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability.
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
• Provide technical input into the design and installation of new equipment.

Skills

Reliability Engineering tools

Electrical and Mechanical maintenance

Problem solving techniques

Education

HNC / Degree in electrical / mechanical or Automation disciplines

Job description

A leading food manufacturer in Ashford is seeking a Reliability Engineer for a permanent role. The ideal candidate will develop and implement maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability, optimizing both preventative and proactive maintenance. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, providing technical input for new equipment, and supporting engineering functions. Candidates should have a HNC or degree in relevant disciplines and robust knowledge in mechanical and electrical maintenance. The role offers competitive benefits including a pension contribution and annual leave.