Maintenance Technician
- Bedford
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
- £35,000 - £35,000 Per Annum
Job Description
MPI are looking for a Permanent Factory Maintenance Technician, for our client based in Kempston, Bedford
Salary: £35k per annum
Working Hours: Monday – Thursday 7am – 4.30pm
Company Benefits:
Company pension scheme Death in Service Policy Free Parking Free Tea/Coffee Free Uniform Role Overview
Responsible for maintaining, repairing and optimising factory equipment and site infrastructure to support production, minimise downtime and improve operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventative maintenance, fault-finding and repairs on machinery and equipment. Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults. Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics and equipment documentation. Coordinate and support external service engineers, site improvements and new installations. Maintain site infrastructure, including power supplies, compressed air systems, buildings and general facilities. Plan and record maintenance activities, ensuring accurate documentation and effective communication. Manage maintenance spares and inventory to ensure parts are available when required. Promote and maintain high standards of health and safety across the site. Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance equipment reliability, efficiency and performance. Skills and Requirements
Practical, hands-on approach to maintenance and problem-solving. Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills across multiple engineering disciplines. Ability to read and interpret technical documentation. Strong communication, organisation and planning skills. Flexible approach, with the ability to work across a varied range of maintenance and site-related tasks. Commitment to safe working practices and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business in a varied, hands-on maintenance role. You will play an important part in keeping production running efficiently, improving equipment reliability and supporting ongoing site development.