We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Fitter to join an established manufacturing business who are growing and not looking to slow down!
This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically minded maintenance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment, keeping automated machinery operating efficiently and minimising downtime.
The Role
- Carrying out preventative and breakdown maintenance across production and packaging equipment.
- Diagnosing mechanical faults and completing repairs to minimise production downtime.
- Maintaining automated filling, packaging and processing machinery.
- Working on pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, motors, pneumatic systems and mechanical transfer equipment.
- Supporting maintenance activities involving vacuum systems, product transfer and powder-handling equipment.
- Assisting with machinery installations, upgrades, modifications and commissioning.
About You
- A recognised Mechanical Fitting, Fitter & Turner or Fitter/Machinist trade qualification.
- Previous maintenance experience within food, beverage, FMCG or another manufacturing setting.
- Strong experience carrying out both preventative and reactive maintenance.
- Experience working with automated production and packaging machinery.
- Good mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving capabilities.
- Exposure to pumps, gearboxes, pneumatics, conveyors and mechanical transfer systems.
- An understanding of PLC-controlled equipment and automated manufacturing processes.
- A proactive approach to safety, reliability and continuous improvement.
Interested?
If you're a trade-qualified Maintenance Fitter looking for your next opportunity within manufacturing, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Apply now or get in touch to find out more about the position.