Location East Kilbride
Salary: £50K
We're working with a well-established food manufacturing business seeking a skilled Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to support high-performing production operations.
This is a hands-on role focused on maximising uptime, improving reliability, and driving continuous improvement across modern production lines.
Maintenance & Reliability
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Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on production equipment
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Diagnose faults and perform effective repairs on electrical and mechanical systems
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Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtime
Equipment & Projects
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Support installation and commissioning of new machinery
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Assist with automation upgrades and control system integration
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Contribute to engineering and site improvement projects
Continuous Improvement
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Work closely with production teams to drive efficiency improvements
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Conduct root cause analysis and implement long-term solutions
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Support lean initiatives (e.g. Kaizen, TPM)
Compliance & Standards
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Ensure all work meets H&S, electrical, and food safety standards
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Follow industry requirements including BRC and HACCP
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Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
Site Support
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Supervise external contractors on site
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Participate in audits, inspections, and risk assessments
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Contribute to improving overall engineering standards
Essential
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NVQ Level 3 / HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering or similar
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Proven experience in a food or FMCG manufacturing environment
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Strong electrical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
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Experience with PLCs, automation, and industrial systems
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Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
Desirable
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Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems
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Understanding of lean manufacturing principles
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Familiarity with BRC / HACCP standards
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Proactive and self-motivated with strong ownership
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Team player with excellent communication skills
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Able to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment
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Continuous improvement mindset
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Join a stable and growing manufacturing business
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Opportunity to work with modern equipment and systems
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Play a key role in improving production efficiency
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Supportive team environment with ongoing development
If you're a hands-on engineer looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.
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