Shift Maintenance Technician

About us
We are Pilgrim’s Food Masters, part of the Pilgrim’s family since September 2021, (previously part of Kerry Foods) and we have a proud history of developing brilliant food for our customers and consumers that is enjoyed in millions of UK and Irish homes every year.
The wider Pilgrim’s company employs around 60,000 people across the globe and we’re one of the world’s biggest food companies. We aim to become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for all our team members.
Our Pilgrim’s Food Masters portfolio includes famous brands that are some of the UK and Ireland’s favourites, such as Denny, Galtee, Richmond and Fridge Raiders. We are the UK’s biggest producer of prepared meals, making delicious chilled and frozen ready meals for every major supermarket in the UK. And our Accelerator business includes newer brands like Rollover Hot Dogs and Oakhouse Meals that target different consumer groups in unique ways.
We strive every day to make Pilgrim’s Food Masters a safe, healthy, and happy place to work for all our 4,500 employees. We will give full and equal consideration to all applicants regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion, and sexual orientation. Continuing to build a diverse workforce is fundamental to our business and we value the critical role it plays in creating a truly inclusive workplace.
Role Description
We are looking for a multi skilled maintenance Technician to join our team in Windmill Lane, Southall.
You will be required to complete Planned maintenance tasks, attend breakdowns, take part in Root Cause Analysis & providing first line support to all plant and process.
Shift Pattern: Any 5 Out Of 7 Days on a rotating shift pattern (06:00 – 14:00) (14:00 – 22:00).
Hourly Rate: £21.55
Key Accountabilities

• Perform PPMs to standard as per schedule and record all activities and parts usage in the CMMS (Computer Maintenance Management System (HolisTech).
• Service and repair equipment, (Pneumatic, Mechanical and Electrical). Ensure that all work being carried out is completed to a high standard, is visually acceptable and extends the life off the equipment.
• Respond to machine/equipment breakdowns immediately.
• Maintain high expectation & champion processes to control standards in all areas of GMP, HSE, and Process etc.
• Be an active team member in problem solving and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives, using lean tools and techniques, having the ability to effectively communicate both ‘upwards’ and ‘sideways’ and deliver value through service.
• Comply with regulatory, safety, environmental, customer, insurance, and hygiene procedures in the course of duties.
• Create autonomous maintenance schedules as a first line of fault detection and train out to operations staff.
• Escalate priority issues within the prescribed timelines and apply containment measures as detailed in the site escalation procedure.

Skills and Knowledge

• Time served apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering preferably in a similar environment.
• Relevant experience within a Manufacturing Company.
• Proficient written, numerical, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic MS Office tools.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Understanding of Engineering schematics (Mechanical/Electrical/Pneumatic/PI&D) and principles.
• Excellent fault-finding skills (an understanding of lean tools and principles would be an advantage)
• Excellent time management skills.
• Experience of working in a fast-moving food manufacturing environment.
• Capable of working under pressure and to be accountable for actions taken.

Why Join Pilgrim’s Food Masters
Our values are at the heart of our business and drive everything we do. Availability is key as we are receptive and open and prepared to take on new challenges. Humility is important to us as we listen and respect each other and value opinions of others. Discipline is vital to fulfil commitment internally and externally. We need to be truthful to each other and respectful of other opinions, so Sincerity drives us. At Pilgrim’s we focus on what’s practical and important so through Simplicity, Ownership and Determination brings success. All these core values culminate into our vision which is: To be the best and most respected company in our industry, creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.
We want you to have every opportunity to shine and show us your talents – please let us know if there is anything we can do to make sure the assessment process works for you.