Job Description

A leading packaging manufacturer in the Scunthorpe area are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join their team on a Panama shift pattern

The ideal candidate will be a hard-working and adaptable Mechanical Technician with a technical background within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Operating in a fast-paced environment, you will report to the Maintenance Team Leader and provide planned, preventative maintenance expertise along with responses to reactive breakdowns

This is a fantastic opportunity with a multi-national Packaging company who supply to some the biggest companies In the industry

Role: Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Location: Scunthorpe

Salary: £19.50 per hour

Shift: Panama (Days & Nights) (20:00 – 08:00)

The key responsibilities of the Mechanical Maintenance Technician role will be:

• Carry out installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems, assemblies, and components.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues on equipment, including basic hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Conduct basic fault analysis and identify early signs of mechanical failure.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documentation, and industry standards.
• Use and maintain relevant measurement instruments and mechanical tools.
• Participate in scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Support the implementation of WCM (World Class Manufacturing) practices and other operational systems.
• Inspect and verify the accuracy and quality of finished parts, tools, or sub-assemblies.
• Collaborate with other departments and maintenance teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist operators in routine machinery upkeep and minor maintenance tasks.
• Support training efforts and cooperate with external personnel such as agency workers and contractors.
• Consistently wear and maintain appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Adhere strictly to all Health & Safety procedures, regulations, and policies.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, BRC, and other relevant standards adopted by the company.
• Appropriately dress in accordance with all applicable Health & Safety requirements.
• Perform additional tasks of a similar nature, as reasonably assigned and in line with the role

The key requirements of the Mechanical Maintenance Technician will be:

• Proven experience in a similar maintenance engineering role within fast paced manufacturing environments such as Automotive, Food, FMCG and more
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems such as Hydraulics, Gearboxes, Bearing etc.
• Ability to read technical drawings
• Willingness to work panama shifts
• NVQ Level 3 qualification or time-served apprenticeship

Please apply online or contact kieran.brookes@technical-network.co.uk for a confidential conversation

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