Job Description

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Bias

Leigh-Risley, Greater Manchester

Permanent - Full Time

Days or Night Shift

Salary Negotiable - Weekly Pay

Salary range

Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications, skills, and experience.

A market-leading UK manufacturer, with its main office and factory based in Leigh, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer to join the team at a brand-new site opening in Risley, Warrington.

The Company

A well-established business with a strong reputation for quality and service, this leading UK supplier of Insulated Glass Units and Toughened Safety Glass serves both the commercial and domestic markets. As the company continues to grow, it is looking to expand its dedicated team. Passionate about its brand and products, the company is seeking new team members to embrace its vision and commitment in a customer focused environment. The role will be based at a brand-new facility, equipped with state-of-the-art machinery specifically designed for the production of triple glazed units.

The Role

This is a hands-on electrical and mechanical maintenance position within a high-volume manufacturing environment. As a key member of the Maintenance Team, you will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting automated glass processing equipment both proactively with maintenance schedules and reactively responding to time sensitive breakdowns. You'll ensure compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory checks and inspections, and carry out other duties as reasonably requested by Senior Management or Directors.

To Succeed

The successful candidate will adopt a proactive approach to their work, demonstrating strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities. A solid understanding of automated production machinery is essential, along with proven experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment. You should be committed to actively contributing to the ongoing improvement of production processes. This involves close collaboration with both the Production and Quality teams to identify ways to increase efficiency, minimise downtime, and improve product quality through joint problem-solving and process optimisation.

Adaptability is essential, with the ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and be comfortable working independently when required, but also thrive as part of a small, collaborative team.

Key Skills & Experience

Completed a recognised apprenticeship with a minimum ONC or equivalent qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Proven post-apprenticeship experience in an industrial environment Skilled in the maintenance and troubleshooting of automated machinery Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems Ability to carry out electrical and mechanical repairs Able to think creatively and troubleshoot effectively under pressure Technologically competent to enable use of the CMMS and other software systems, MS Office etc. Capable of working under your own initiative and managing priorities effectively
In addition, you must be able to:

Apply an analytical and systematic approach to troubleshooting, with a desire to identify root causes and solve problems. To Work within a rapidly changing environment and remain calm under pressure. Make timely decisions and have a drive for improvement. Communicate in a respectful and professional manner. Work as part of a team, and on your own - using your own initiative. Demonstrate a reasonable amount of flexibility to meet the needs of the company.

About You

You're enthusiastic, self-motivated, and eager to learn. With strong attention to detail and good organisational skills, you're a team player who shares ideas and information to drive business performance. A strong sense of ambition and professionalism is key.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company pension Free parking Gym membership On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

What is your shift preference, Days or Nights?
Work Location: In person