Maintenance Engineer Permanent

MYNT Recruitment are excited to be working with one of the UK’s biggest food manufacturers, the company are based in North Leeds.

Due to expansion we are looking for several Shift Engineers (Electrical Bias) but will need to have experience in both electrical and mechanical engineering.

The position are full time and permanent paying up to £40,000 per annum.

The company will look at juniors and candidates who have years  of experience so any engineer can apply!

Public transport is available to this site.

Due to the nature of the business you may be required to work in a cold store.

KEY ACTIVITIES:

• Maintain plant and equipment to optimum standards in an efficient manner, working to minimize downtime and ensure the smooth operation of the factory.
• Provide urgent assistance for breakdowns to minimize lost time, accurately logging lost time and root cause for further analysis.
• Understand how to trace faults (root cause analysis) and rectify in full first time around, escalating for support when unsure.
• Accurately and effectively complete planned maintenance in line with the onsite PPM system including in-depth visual checks to critical machinery components to identify damage and metal on metal contact or wear.
• Complete accurate PPM checks and record any necessary further corrective action to be completed.
• Be fully trained in the manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations, lubrication requirements and critical locations on the equipment as detailed in the machinery manuals.
• Trained in good engineering practices to reduce the risk of product contamination.
• Assist in the supervision of onsite contractors and escalate or rectify where deficiencies are identified.
• Understand the principles of metal detection and have a thorough knowledge of the equipment and testing routines.
• Prioritise incoming work and have ability to manage own time effectively.
• Communicate and liaise with all levels of management across all functions relating to engineering activities on the plan or breakdowns and the completion thereof.
• Ensure that all health and safety and food hygiene procedures are adhered to at all times.  Promote and adhere to a culture of safe working and help implement safe working procedures.
• Ensure the efficient usage of spare parts, consumables and equipment, removing wastage wherever possible.  Log spare parts used and flag for re-order.
• Any administrative duties as required in the fulfillment of the engineering plan or personal tasks.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:

Engineering HND qualified or equivalent- desired