Lead Maintenance Engineer (Multiskilled) - FOOD/FMCG
£40'000 (DOE) + Progression + Holiday + Pension + Company benefits
Shawbury, Shropshire
Monday - Friday (Days)
Are you a Lead Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer from a Manufacturing / FMCG background looking for the next exciting step in your career with an industry leading company who offer continued progression as they continue to expand?
Excellent opportunity for a Lead Maintenance Engineer from an FMCG/ manufacturing background to join a well-established, family run and highly successful company with the chance to enjoy excellent working conditions whilst working on state of the art equipment.
This bespoke company specialises in the food sector and, due to their continued success, they are looking for a Lead Maintenance Engineer to join their successful & passionate team.
In this role you will take ownership and accountability for the design, delivery, commissioning/installation of a variety of projects from process to filling. You will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of all machinery and equipment, as well as implementing preventive maintenance programs to minimise downtime. You will also be involved in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on brand new state of the art equipment, in a multi skilled role where you will have the opportunity to pass on your skills and knowledge whilst developing & growing the maintenance team.
The Role:
- Coordination of planned & reactive maintenance and annual service activities
- Maintaining multiple machines (inc. filling machines, spiral freezer and ovens)
- Lead all engineering activity required for technical audits
- Keep abreast of innovation/improvements associated with an FMCG environment
- Support the achievement of productivity and efficiency improvement targets
- Support the achievement of departmental expenditure targets
- Deliver projects in line with health and safety legislation requirements
- Delivery project supporting documentation in line with best practice
The Person:
- Recognized Mechanical & Electrical Engineering qualifications
- Minimum 4-5 years' experience in a food manufacturing environment is desirable
- Fully familiar with legislative requirements of engineering in a manufacturing environment including risk management and risk assessments
- Excellent project management and health & safety knowledge, NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is ideal.
- Practical application of continuous improvement methodologies
- Knowledge and experience of PPM strategy, improvement techniques and tools
- Good communicator to all levels of the site
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sarah Hibberd at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.