Exciting Opportunity for Maintenance Engineer in the Newton Aycliffe Area
We are thrilled to present a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing company in the vibrant Newton area.
This role offers a competitive starting salary of up to £43k, accompanied by a generous overtime premium.
The position operates on a Continental 3 on 3 off shift pattern 7-7, providing a healthy work-life balance.
In addition to this, the package includes 33 days of holiday, continuous training, and development opportunities to ensure your professional growth.
As a Maintenance Engineer with us, you will be highly valued and invested in.
The role demands a proven ability in diagnostic fault finding under the pressure of production, with a primary focus on mechanical activities.
However, an essential background in electrical work is required, along with familiarity with PC equipment.
While experience with TPM principles, including 5S, and computerized management systems is advantageous, it's not mandatory.
Key Requirements:

• Proven ability in diagnostic fault finding under production pressure


• Mechanical expertise with essential electrical experience


• Knowledge of TPM principles and computerized management systems (preferred)


• Responsibility for PPM throughout the building


• 18th Edition certification for electrical work (if electrical bias, advantageous but not essential)

Key Duties:

• Execute planned maintenance activities as per the schedule


• Attend and repair breakdowns, reporting all actions and necessary follow-up


• Proactively prevent equipment failures and enhance overall equipment performance


• Undertake necessary training for skill and knowledge enhancement


• Work under departmental and site KPIs for maximizing business performance

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

• HNC standard (or equivalent) or higher in an Engineering discipline


• Time-served with Mechanical or Electrical bias to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)


• Post-apprenticeship experience, preferably in a high-speed, high-volume manufacturing environment (plastic packaging environment advantageous)


• Proven skills in preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, problem-solving, and continuous improvement

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Up to £43k


• Shifts: Continental 3 on 3 off (days then nights)


• Holidays: 33 days inclusive of bank holidays


• Auto-enrolment Royal London Pension (5% employee & 3% employer)


• Healthsield plan covering dental, optical, physio


• Life Assurance: 1 x Basic salary

For immediate consideration of the Maintenance Engineer position, please "click apply" or contact Sam Proctor at E3 Recruitment on 01484 645269.
Join in shaping the future of manufacturing excellence!
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