Job Title: Plant Engineer Location: Gloucestershire Working Hours: 40 hours per week, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (Some flexibility required depending on business needs) Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus performance bonus Benefits: Up to 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Contributory pension scheme Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) scheme Retail discount scheme Discount on company products We are seeking a skilled and proactive Plant Engineer to join our dynamic Manufacturing & Engineering team based at our head office in Gloucestershire. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with CNC/PLC production machinery and be passionate about driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. Key Responsibilities: Maintenance & Optimization: Perform routine Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) tasks, including cleaning, checking, adjusting, and testing production equipment. Make repairs to machinery promptly and effectively, ensuring minimal downtime. Maintain accurate records of all TPM activities and repairs. Machinery Operation & Fault Finding: Operate and troubleshoot CNC and other production machinery for setup, adjustments, and fault identification. Ensure that production equipment is functioning optimally and resolve any issues efficiently. Training & Support: Train machine operators on basic equipment repairs and maintenance, helping foster a proactive approach to equipment care. Third-Party Liaison: Source and liaise with third-party contractors to perform complex repairs or statutory maintenance tasks. Continuous Improvement: Work closely with the Production Management team and Project Engineer to identify and implement continuous improvements in plant operations. Participate in ad-hoc activities to improve production processes and plant efficiency. Additional Responsibilities: Assist with basic building maintenance and repair tasks across the plant when required. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area by utilizing 5S or similar techniques, ensuring adherence to safety standards. Cross-Site Support: Provide engineering support as needed at the JCK Joinery site in Leicester, ensuring consistency and high standards across locations. Skills & Qualifications: Mechanical Engineering Qualification or equivalent apprenticeship. Proven experience working with CNC/PLC production machinery, including fault finding and repair. Familiarity with electrical works (City & Guilds 17th Edition and PAT Testing qualifications are desirable). Previous experience in a manufacturing/production environment, ideally in high-volume or bespoke product settings. Strong team player with a willingness to contribute and get the job done. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and unsupervised. Passionate, driven, and committed to ensuring both personal and company success. If you’re a skilled engineer with a passion for machinery and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you