Production Maintenance Engineer (Rotating 2 Shift)

Job Type: Full-time

Working Hours: Rotating shifts, Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:00pm / 3:00pm to 11:00pm

Join our team as a Production Maintenance Engineer, where you will be integral to the maintenance operations within our injection moulding manufacturing areas. This role is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented and has a strong background in machinery maintenance.

Day-to-day of the role:

Machinery Maintenance:

Maintain all ancillary equipment and conveyors in the Injection Moulding and Regrind departments.

Troubleshoot machine malfunctions and develop a planned preventative maintenance (PPM) plan.

Ensure timely completion of maintenance work and monitor equipment performance.

Maintain detailed maintenance records for each machine.

Manage the receipt, identification, and storage of engineering materials/spares.

Maintain a stock of essential spare parts onsite to minimize downtime.

Update records of work activities, tasks carried out, parts used, and ensure smooth handover of instructions between shifts.

Collaborate with manufacturers, suppliers, and internal departments to improve processes and increase machine reliability and performance.

Oversee general site maintenance and manage site contractors working in the Injection Moulding department.Health and Safety Compliance:

Maintain machinery with Health and Safety regulations in mind.

Conduct regular safety audits on each machine.

Maintain high standards of housekeeping onsite.

Report any health and safety issues to the Production Manager.

Use provided PPE in accordance with training and health and safety procedures.Communication:

Keep the Production Manager and Operations Manager informed of any issues with machines or equipment.

Ensure that any breakdowns or lost time are communicated to the Operations Manager and the Production Planner.Other Duties:

Assist in the training and development of new employees.

Work independently or as part of a team, without constant supervision.

Cover for sickness and holiday periods as requested.

Work overtime as needed to meet customer/work demands.

Comply with requests from Team Leaders, Managers, and Directors.

Notify the company at least one hour before a shift if unable to attend work.Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven experience in machinery maintenance, preferably in an injection moulding environment.

Ability to develop and implement effective maintenance strategies.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Commitment to health and safety standards and continuous improvement.Benefits:

22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional days after 3, 5, 8, and 10-years' service.

Christmas Bonus (subject to company performance).

Training and opportunities to grow your career with us.

Company pension.

SIP - ability to become a shareholder via our Share Scheme.

Benefit Platform offering health, wellbeing, and money-saving opportunities.To apply for the Production Maintenance Engineer position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role