Tool Maintenance Tech – Precision PLC & Mechanical

Modine Manufacturing Company; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

25 days holiday + statutory days

Employee Assistance Programme

Airedale Rewards scheme

Job summary

Modine Manufacturing Company invites applications for a Tool Maintenance Technician to support the Manufacturing Process. The role demands a proactive engineer capable of maintaining mechanical equipment, diagnosing faults, and aligning with safety standards in a fast‑paced environment.

You will work within the Maintenance Team to ensure equipment reliability, perform calibrations, and participate in new installations, while prioritising safety and quality across all tasks.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with hands-on experience.
• Confidence in disassembling and reassembling complex precision mechanical systems.
• PLC driven systems and machine logic.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical principles including pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles and troubleshooting.
• Experience with machinery such as CNC Lathes / Milling Machines / Surface Grinders / Punching Centres / Press Brakes.
• Ownership mindset for safety, quality, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance to various mechanical equipment and demonstrate safety around electrical systems.
• Work within planned preventative maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Ensure KPI’s are achieved and machine downtime minimized.
• Fault diagnosis across electrical, mechanical and software-based systems.
• Carry out repairs to equipment and coordinate with technical support services.
• Involve in new installations and alterations to the plant.
• Calibrate and set up machines/tools.
• Perform safe isolations following LOTO procedures.
• Prioritize tasks with effective time management.
• Work within procurement practices for tools, parts and materials.

Skills

PLC driven systems

Machine logic

Safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship

Hands-on mechanical qualification

Tools

CNC Lathes

Milling Machines

Surface Grinders

Punching Centres

Press Brakes

Job description

Modine Manufacturing Company invites applications for a Tool Maintenance Technician to support the Manufacturing Process. The role demands a proactive engineer capable of maintaining mechanical equipment, diagnosing faults, and aligning with safety standards in a fast‑paced environment.

You will work within the Maintenance Team to ensure equipment reliability, perform calibrations, and participate in new installations, while prioritising safety and quality across all tasks.