Mechanical Technician

Mechanical Technician – Hertfordshire – Permanent – £39,000 to £43,000 - 6am to 2pm

We are working on the behalf of a contract manufacturing company who are seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer with a mechanical bias.

The successful candidate will be responsible for responding to equipment breakdowns, carrying out preventative maintenance, supporting machine improvements and modifications, and applying a broad range of mechanical, electrical and workshop skills. Flexibility, teamwork and a strong continuous improvement mindset are essential to the role.

Key Responsibilities:

* Attend breakdowns and carry out running repairs on filling and packaging lines to minimise operational downtime.

* Accurately diagnose downtime issues and ensure all faults are appropriately recorded and logged.

* Facilitate the purchase of parts and components required for maintenance and repair activities.

* Complete preventative maintenance tasks in accordance with manufacturing schedules.

* Support and train operators in line-setting activities where required.

* Manufacture change parts and carry out modifications and developments to machines and equipment as directed by the Project Manager or appointed person.

* Overhaul and repair plant, machinery and services as required.

* Apply multi-skilled engineering practices across mechanical, electrical and workshop disciplines, within the required level of competence.

* Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements and company standards.

* Support continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and warehouse operations.

* Work collaboratively with the wider engineering team and other departments to maintain effective operations.

* Provide flexibility and support across warehouse activities as required.

* Be prepared to work various shift patterns and a reasonable amount of overtime where necessary to provide operational cover.

Qualifications and Skills:

* Relevant Engineering qualification, preferably with a Mechanical Engineering bias.

* Previous experience within a GMP manufacturing environment is desirable.

* Experience with in food manufacturing or a similar production environment is advantageous.

* Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

* Practical experience across mechanical, electrical and workshop disciplines is desirable.

* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

* Ability to learn quickly and develop new technical skills.

* Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to engineering tasks