Maintenance Engineer

Job Title : Maintenance Engineer

Location : Cheadle / Gatley / Wythenshawe areas

Job Type : Full-Time, Permanent

Shift Pattern : 4 on 4 off – 12 hour shifts (2 days 2 nights)

Company Overview :

We are a leading food manufacturing company with a commitment to quality, safety, and innovation. We pride ourselves on producing top-tier food products while maintaining a safe and efficient working environment. We are looking for dedicated and skilled Maintenance Engineers to join our dynamic team at our Manchester manufacturing plant.

Job Purpose :

The Maintenance Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring that all production equipment and machinery are operating efficiently and safely within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for reactive and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.

Key Responsibilities :

• Preventative Maintenance : Conduct regular inspections and planned maintenance on production equipment to prevent breakdowns and ensure machinery runs efficiently.
• Reactive Maintenance : Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, diagnose faults, and carry out repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Machinery Installation & Modification : Support the installation, testing, and commissioning of new machinery and modifications to existing equipment in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Compliance & Safety : Ensure all work complies with company and statutory Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations. Participate in risk assessments and adhere to HACCP, GMP, and other relevant food safety standards.
• Continuous Improvement : Identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions to enhance equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Documentation & Reporting : Maintain accurate maintenance records, including maintenance logs, work orders, and spare parts usage. Generate reports on equipment performance, downtime, and completed maintenance tasks.
• Collaboration : Work closely with the production team, other engineers, and management to address issues, support production targets, and optimize machinery performance.
• Training & Development : Assist in training production and junior engineering staff on equipment use, routine maintenance procedures, and safety protocols.

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Benefits :

How to Apply :

If you are a proactive and skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing food manufacturing business, please submit your CV detailing your experience and suitability for the role