Maintenance Technican

Maintenance Technician

Location: Hyde.
Salary: £60,671.
Shift: 4 on 4 off days and nights (2 days, 2 nights, 12 hour shifts).

About the Role

Our client are seeking a motivated and skilled Maintenance Technician to join their high-performing engineering team. You will play a key role in delivering and sustaining our reliability agenda, providing first-line support to all plant and process operations, and driving continuous improvement across our manufacturing site.

This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced FMCG environment where safety, reliability, and efficiency are paramount. You will use your technical expertise to reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and contribute to a culture of operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Safety

• Champion their safety culture and maintain the highest standards of GMP, HSE, and process control.
• Act as a role model for safe and efficient working practices.
• Support the Engineering Team Leader as required.
• Demonstrate flexibility in working patterns to provide cover for holidays and absences.

People & Collaboration

• Actively participate in emergency response, first aid, and safety training; become proficient in using safety and emergency equipment.
• Take ownership of your learning and development, supporting your long-term career progression.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships across departments, suppliers, and contractors.
• Coach and support Technical Operators in first-line maintenance and technical skill development.
• Ensure all contractors and external partners comply with company policies and safety standards.

Operational Excellence

• Perform maintenance and repair work on pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems to a high standard.
• Respond quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns, minimizing downtime.
• Lead and support Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives to enhance performance, efficiency, and reliability.
• Apply lean tools and principles to eliminate waste and error.
• Use advanced diagnostic tools such as PLC data analysis, vibration monitoring, thermal imaging, and ultrasonic testing to identify and resolve recurring issues.

Reliability & Standards

• Execute Preventive Maintenance (PPM) to standard, ensuring all activities are recorded accurately in the CMMS.
• Maintain comprehensive engineering shift reports and escalate issues as required.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failures.
• Maintain the 5S standard across workshops and stores.
• Design and implement autonomous maintenance routines in collaboration with operations teams.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong written, numerical, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in one or more of the following: Facilities, Electrical, Mechanical, Pneumatics, Materials.
• Ability to interpret and work from engineering schematics (Mechanical/Electrical/Pneumatic/PI&D).
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills, ideally using lean or structured methodologies.
• Proven experience within a fast-moving food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong time management skills and ability to perform under pressure.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Time-served Engineering Apprenticeship in a manufacturing (FMCG) environment.
• Recognised qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Appropriate Health & Safety training and certifications.