Manufacturing Maintenance Engineer
Listed on 2026-09-28
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Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Manufacturing Engineer
The Role
As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will:
Drive a reduction in repair times through effective problem-solving and technical expertise. Provide technical facilitation, training, and leadership to minimize downtime, waste, quality issues, and safety risks.
- Welcome Bonus:
Paid in your first week's salary. - On-Site Hot Food Restaurant:
Enjoy delicious meals during your breaks. - Career Growth Opportunities:
Benefit from structured development & Mars University. - Private Healthcare:
Plus equal parental leave. - Generous Pension:
Up to 9% contribution. - Life Assurance: 4x salary coverage.
- EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme:
Drive greener with our support. - Gym Membership & Wellbeing Support:
Stay fit and healthy. - Annual Leave:
Starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service. - Free Parking:
Convenient on-site parking.
- Minimum HNC/HND in mechanical engineering or a related field, with practical experience.
- Experience in FMCG or Manufacturing Environments:
You know how to troubleshoot and maintain complex mechanical systems. - Proven Problem-Solving
Skills:
You excel at Root Cause Analysis and fault finding. - Technical Proficiency:
Skilled in Microsoft Excel, PI Process Book, and SAP Planned Maintenance. - Leadership & Teamwork:
You thrive in a collaborative setting and can coach and inspire others.
- Keep Things Running Smoothly:
Maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance automated, electromechanical systems. - Be the Problem Solver:
Diagnose breakdowns and ensure timely resolutions to boost productivity. - Team Leader & Technical Coach:
Lead by example and support your colleagues with your expertise. - Drive Improvement:
Contribute to continuous innovation and efficiency.
Champion Safety:
Participate in risk assessments and ensure adherence to safety standards.
Collaborative Communication:
Bridge the gap between operations and technical teams. - Develop Talent:
Help build the next generation of engineers through training and coaching.
Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles. Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow." Access world-class training & development from day one. Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package.
Job DescriptionLocation:
Melton Mowbray Salary: £39,300 - £44,300 (Dependent on experience) Welcome Bonus: £5,000, Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits
Hours:
37.5 - Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm
About Us:
Welcome to our Melton Mowbray factory, a proud part of Mars Petcare! Since 1951, we've been at the forefront of UK pet food manufacturing, creating beloved brands like PEDIGREE and WHISKAS. Together, we share a powerful mission: to create A Better World for Pets.
At Melton, we're leading the way in high-speed food processing, and we're on the lookout for a talented Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our dynamic team. This isn't just another job; it's your opportunity to:
- Work with Cutting-Edge Technology:
Engage with advanced systems like ABB/Kuka robotics, Allen Bradley PLCs, and predictive maintenance tools. - Thrive in a Supportive Culture:
Be part of a team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and
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