Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

We’re working with a well-established manufacturing business looking to bring in an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support their production operations. This is a hands-on role, combining day-to-day engineering support with involvement in improvement projects and longer-term site development.

The role:

You’ll be responsible for keeping production lines and associated equipment running efficiently, safely and reliably. Alongside reactive work, there’s a strong focus on preventative maintenance and continuous improvement across the site.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting production lines and ancillary equipment across the factory
• Planning and carrying out preventative maintenance
• Identifying and implementing line and process improvements
• Mechanical fault finding, repair and component replacement
• Monitoring line efficiency and downtime, contributing to improvement plans
• Getting involved in CAPEX projects from planning through to implementation
• Setting up, adjusting and running production lines when required
• Supporting quality standards and reducing waste, spoilage and complaints
• Carrying out routine maintenance (oiling, greasing, housekeeping)
• Working on fabrication tasks including welding, turning and milling
• Supporting and mentoring apprentices and line staff
• Liaising with production teams and external suppliers

What they’re looking for:

• Mechanical engineering qualification (essential)
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar manufacturing environment
• Experience using CAD/SolidWorks
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability
• Good understanding of maintenance systems and data
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production setting

About you:

• A team player who can also work on their own initiative
• Practical, methodical and organised in your approach
• Safety-focused, with an understanding of hygiene standards in a food/FMCG environment
• Confident communicator, able to work across teams and levels
• Someone who can support change and continuous improvement on site

If this sounds like something you’d be open to, feel free to get in touch for a confidential chat.

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