Maintenance Engineer
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Job Location:
Northampton - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
24-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Maintenance Engineer
Salary: Up to 50000
Hours: 4 on / 4 off day shift 6am 6pm
Location: Northampton
Employment Type: Full-time Permanent
Purpose of the Role
Our client a leading name in the regulated manufacturing sector is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their Engineering team. This is a key position ensuring that production machinery is maintained reliable and operates to the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality maintenance services across a range of production equipment managing breakdowns and executing preventative and condition-based maintenance programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute planned and unplanned maintenance activities across electrical and mechanical systems.
- Deliver quick effective responses to equipment breakdowns with thorough root cause analysis and follow-up.
- Troubleshoot and repair high-speed packaging and processing equipment including PLC-controlled machinery.
- Work on a diverse range of equipment including industrial microwaves gas ovens high-voltage transformers slicers pressers sealers metal detectors and refrigeration systems.
- Support production with equipment optimisation start-ups and ongoing machine performance monitoring.
- Maintain accurate records in the CMMS system and ensure timely completion of scheduled tasks.
- Liaise with equipment suppliers for new installations commissioning and upgrades.
- Coach and support junior team members and apprentices.
- Uphold all food safety and health & safety protocols including lockout/tagout and contamination control procedures.
- Ensure robust shift handovers and accurate reporting of issues parts usage and performance.
- Drive continuous improvement by participating in problem-solving data entry and cost control initiatives.
- Adhere to site environmental safety and quality standards and procedures at all times.
Required Skills & Experience
- Time-served Maintenance Engineer with a recognised Electrical or Mechanical trade qualification.
- Minimum 3 years post-apprenticeship experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
- Proven multi-skilled ability (electrical & mechanical).
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills especially in high-speed production environments.
- Experience with PLCs automation systems pneumatic/hydraulic equipment and industrial utilities.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical manuals.
- Familiarity with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) systems.
- Excellent awareness of Quality and Health & Safety standards.
- Competent IT skills and experience using CMMS or similar systems.
- Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- High attention to detail and results-oriented with a proactive approach.
- Flexible and willing to adapt to business needs including shift patterns and training.
- Experience with high-voltage systems and industrial ovens/microwaves advantageous.
Key Food Safety Responsibilities
- Strict adherence to GMP SOPs and all food safety protocols.
- Ensure maintenance activities prevent product contamination and uphold product integrity.
- Participate actively in audits and compliance checks.
- Report any food safety concerns immediately and clearly communicate resolutions.
Key Health & Safety Responsibilities
- Ensure all work areas and equipment are assessed for safety before work begins.
- Wear required PPE at all times and follow site H&S policies strictly.
- Always follow lockout/tagout procedures and never bypass safety devices.
- Report all incidents near misses and unsafe conditions promptly.
- Conduct all tasks in a safe controlled manner with an awareness of mechanical electrical chemical and environmental risks.
Key Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Hotel Experience
- HVAC
- Mechanical Knowledge
- CMMS
- Maintenance
- Painting
- ERP Systems
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Power Tools
- Manufacturing
- Troubleshooting
About Company
ACS Staffing Solutions is an experienced recruitment agency based in the Midlands. We specialise in temporary and permanent recruitment across the UK.
