Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (night-shift), Portlethen
Client: Kepak Group
Location: Portlethen
Job Category: Maintenance Engineering
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 13ce0286cc94
Job Views: 5
Posted: 11.03.2025
Expiry Date: 25.04.2025
Job Description:
Kepak McIntosh Donald are a globally recognised brand and the largest red meat producer in Scotland; we produce beef and lamb products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance.
We are looking for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our Maintenance and Engineering team to provide effective maintenance support to the Production team, maintaining and repairing the equipment, machinery, and tools used in the factory.
This is a full-time night shift role, working Tuesday to Sunday (2100-0530hrs)
Role Requirements
* Undertake Electrical and Mechanical routine maintenance of equipment, quality inspections, and fault finding on the production lines and process, working to minimise downtime
* PCL Logic experience advantageous but not essential.
* Electro-mechanical repairs to high-speed, PLC-controlled plant, handling and packaging equipment, also pneumatic and hydraulic control systems
* Effectively communicate with production teams, providing timely updates on breakdowns/downtime
* Technical support for the plant facilities and services, including compressed air, refrigeration, and steam
* Ability to carry out Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Routines inspections, reports, and remedial works.
* Support Production Team in achieving targets
* Closely monitor production line and machine performance, identifying and investigating faults as well as improvement opportunities.
* Intervene online at points of failure and when reduction in performance occurs.
* Be observant and work off your own initiative with regards to fault detection, plan, communicate, and execute remedial action as required.
* Analyse the efficiency of current procedures and suggest improvements
* Work with equipment suppliers on new equipment, installations, and modifications
* Maintain cleanliness in any areas in which you are working and partake in achieving 5S standard.
* Co-operate and participate fully in training and development in cross-skilling and other job-related competencies
* Proactively use the maintenance management system (CMMS), records of all changes, stores transactions made, and work carried out
* Actively participate in toolbox talks and undertake permit to work and/or risk assessments (training provided)
* Contribute to machinery compliance with the relevant health and safety legislation, as well as relevant site food hygiene and safety requirements.
Requirements
* Commitment to Company Values; Passion for food, Ambition, Responsibility, and Teamwork
* Passion for Food at forefront of day-to-day performance
* Ambition to develop self to achieve personal and business goals
* Responsibility for positive contribution to business
* Team Work across all levels, departments, and teams, willing to go the extra mile
* Suitable Mechanical and/or Electrical Qualification essential
* Experience working in a manufacturing environment desirable; meat/food production experience a distinct advantage
* Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, PLC control, refrigeration, and PTW systems desirable
* Strong diagnostic/root cause analysis skills essential
* Proactive and “can-do” attitude essential
* Sound understanding of integrity and compliance to relevant legislation and company processes/procedures
* Commitment to good practice
* Fluent English, communicates well in written and oral form with multi-nationals on all levels
* Ability to multitask and work under own initiative to deliver to deadlines
* Relationship builder with influencing skills
Benefits
* Company Pension
* Industry training and professional development
* 31 days annual leave per year (after probation)
* 25% Discount in our on-site Butcher Shop
* Subsidised canteen serving multiple hot food options for breakfast and lunch
* Employee Discount Platform - access to the WrkIt platform, which offers significant discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands.
* Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn a referral bonus up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
* Bike to Work Scheme - buy a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income.
* Long Service Awards - recognition and awards for long-serving employees
* GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program - support for mental health, family advice, debt management, and counselling for all Kepak colleagues and their families.
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