Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Description

Melton Mowbray £39,300- £44,300Dependent on experience +£5,000Welcome bonus,PerformanceBonus & Exceptional Benefits Hours:37.5 – Mon-Fri7am-3pmOur Melton Mowbray factory is proudly part of Mars Petcare.Since 1951, our Melton site has been at the heart of UK pet food manufacturing, producing some of the world’s most-loved pet food brands like PEDIGREE® and WHISKAS®. Together, we are united by a single, inspiring purpose: to create A Better World for Pets®Why Join Us? At Melton,we’reat the forefront of innovation in high-speed food processing, andwe’researching for a talentedMechanical Maintenance Engineerto join our team. Thisisn’tjust another job –it’syour chance to make an impact, grow yourexpertise, and work withcutting-edgetechnology in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Cutting-EdgeTech: Work with advanced systems like ABB/Kuka robotics, Allen Bradley PLCs, and predictive maintenance tools. Supportive Culture: Be part of a team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration.The Role Drive a reduction in repair times through effective problem solving and strong technical skills. Provide technical facilitation, training, and leadership to deliver solutions that reduce downtime, waste, quality issues, and safety risks.⭐What’sin it for you? Welcome bonuspaid in your firstweek’ssalaryHot food restauranton siteCareer growth opportunitieswith structured development & Mars UniversityPrivate healthcare+ equal parental leaveGenerous pension(up to 9% contribution)Life assurance(4x salary)EV salary sacrificeschemeGym membership& wellbeing supportAnnual leave startingat 24 days, rising to 32 with serviceFree parkingon site✅WhatWe’reLooking For Technical qualifications: Minimum HNC/HND in mechanical engineering or a related field, backed by practical experienceExperience in FMCG or manufacturing environments: You know how to troubleshoot andmaintaincomplex mechanical systems.Proven problem-solving skills: You excel at Root Cause Analysis and fault finding.Technicalproficiency: Skilled in using Microsoft Excel, PI Process Book, and SAP Planned Maintenance.Leadership & teamwork: You thrive in a collaborative setting, with the ability to coach and inspire others.Key Responsibilities Keep things running smoothly:Maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance automated, electromechanical systems – from refrigeration systems to meat processing equipment, conveyors, and fluid systems.Be the problem solver: Diagnose breakdowns and ensuretimelyresolutions, reducing downtime to boost productivity.Team leader & technical coach: Lead by example and support your colleagues, sharing your technicalexpertiseto elevate the team.Drive improvement: Take on small-scale improvements, actively contributing to continuous innovation and efficiency.Champion safety:Participatein risk assessments and ensure all activities adhere to safety standards (ISO 14000, PTW, Hot Work, etc.).Collaborative communication: Be the bridge between operations and technical teams,ensuring clear and effective communication at all times.Develop talent: Help build the next generation of engineers through technical training and coaching.What You Can Expect from Mars Work alongside130,000+ Associates worldwideguided by our Five PrinciplesBe part of apurpose-driven companyshaping “the world we want tomorrow”Accessworld-class training & developmentfrom day oneJoin a company with anindustry-leading salary and benefits package#TBMEL