£43K/yr
Leeds, England
Permanent, Variable

Maintenance Engineer

Posted by Reed.

I am working with an outstanding client who are looking to recruit a Maintenance Engineer to join their expanding team. After a period of growth this opportunity is not to be missed

Maintenance Engineer role

To ensure Production Machinery is maintained & repaired to a high standard to enable maximum production speeds with minimum interruptions and breakdowns.

To ensure Maintenance & Service records are maintained

To devise, fabricate, and install, improvements to Production Machines

Working a shift pattern of 12 hours shifts, both day and night. ( continental shift pattern)

Specific Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned maintenance on plant & equipment to a high standard
  • Respond to breakdowns on Production machines
  • Install and relocate production equipment
  • Specify & order spare parts
  • Complete maintenance records
  • Complete all paperwork required to place orders and book in parts
  • Read Mechanical Drawings
  • Carry out Mechanical Fault finding
  • Carry out Pneumatic/hydraulic Fault Finding
  • Carry out basic Electrical Fault Finding
  • Record work carried out on a daily Time Sheet
  • Liaise with Contractors
  • Liaise with suppliers
  • Liaise with Engineering Companies
  • Liaise with other departments
  • Health & Safety. Responsible for self and others
  • Assist with Stock Takes
  • Ensure a good working relationship with all Departments
  • Work overtime when required

Skills/Qualifications

  • Recognised Mechanical qualification (e.g. NVQ/City & Guilds/BTEC HNC)
  • PC Literate with knowledge of Microsoft software
  • Experience working in a high speed, high pressure production environment
  • Experience within the Printing / Carton Manufacturing Industry desirable
  • Experience working on Heidelberg/ Roland Sheet Fed Printing Presses desirable
  • Experience working on Bobst Cut & Crease Machines and Folder Gluers desirable

The Salary for this role would be £42500 and other company benefits.

If you are interested in the role please Apply ASAP