Job Description

Salary

Competitive

Location

Andover

This is a permanent

,

full time vacancy that will close in a month at 23:59 GMT.

My job
We are currently seeking to recruit a

Multiskilled Engineer to work with the Maintenance Manager in the provision of high quality engineering ensuring the continuous running of plant and equipment. The role is hands on an really makes a difference to the running of the factory - delivering desired results and efficient service for breakdowns, repairs, PPM and project work.

Responsibilities:

People (Build Our Talent)

Encourages the contribution of others and takes their views into account Builds and maintains good relationships with suppliers, customers and colleagues by adopting the most appropriate approach to deal with people and situations. Persuades, convinces and influences others. Identifies the best tactics to suit specific situations in order to win support, gain co-operation or overcome and modify barriers

Operations (Deliver, Better, Simpler and Cheaper)

High quality engineering support to enable continuous running of plant and equipment Rapid response to breakdowns Effective fault diagnosis to ensure first time fixes Carry out the maintenance of office, control and factory equipment including conveyors, rigid and modified-air packing, metal detectors and high-speed labelling machines. Drive line performance by focusing on bottleneck reliability & speed Identifying improvement areas within line engineering processes and recommending/implementing solutions Installation of plant, equipment and services Carrying out autonomous and preventative maintenance tasks competently and correctly and recording work competed accurately in the correct documentation Adhering to laid down systems of work Working safely within health & safety & food safety standards Inspections of equipment at predetermined intervals to ensure there is no risk to product from contamination by foreign bodies arising from equipment damage Ensure effective maintenance service is provided to the factory to minimize delays and downtime of machines.

Customer (Grow sales, Innovate and Be Different)

Consistently work to a high standard and look for ways to improve working practices Understand, and strive to meet, the standards expected in each area of the business Be accurate, pay attention to detail and ensures tasks are completed on time and are the right tasks for the business To prepare any reports needed for SLT

Environment (Be Responsible and Reduce our Carbon Footprint)

Support and seek opportunities within any projects to reduce waste, maximize recycling and reduction of the carbon footprint of the site.

Quality & food safety

The job holder has a responsibility to create a culture of awareness of, and commitment to the highest standards of quality & food safety and as such they must lead by example. The job holder is responsible for actively encouraging all staff to immediately report any quality or food safety issues, assign reward for doing so (using the STAR Award process) and must be seen to take visible action and give feedback to the reporter on actions taken to address the raised issue. The job holder will have signed the Andover Quality and Food Safety Contract. This will be reviewed and signed annually

Skills & Knowledge:

Multi-skilled individual with practical experience in highly time-sensitive environments. C & G or equivalent in Engineering(Electrical) 17th edition IEE Regs trained - preferred but not essential Experience of high volume production required (food industry preferred) PLC knowledge (Siemens, Omron, Telemec) - preferred but not essential Experience of vacuum packing machines (Cryovac/Mondini) advantageous Welding experience (TIG) advantageous Proven ability to prioritise and work effectively under pressure Effective communication skills Good interpersonal skills Self motivated with a proactive approach Can work unsupervised and make decisions when required Experience with steam systems and boiler systems would be advantageous Experience with scales, check weights and labellers would be advantageous C & G or equivalent in Engineering(Electrical) 17th edition IEE Regs trained - preferred but not essential

The company

Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.


Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.


Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.

What we'll bring to the table

Competitive Salary

Competitive Holiday Entitlement

Pension Contribution

Family Friendly Policies

Learning and Development Opportunities

Life Assurance

People matter

Our values

Determination

Simplicity

Availability

Humility

Discipline

Sincerity

Ownership