Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer – Food Manufacturing My clients are seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join our team at a leading bakery manufacturing facility in Wigston, Leicester . The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of production and packaging lines, including key machinery such as Multivac Thermoformers , dough mixers , belt sheeters , and other essential bakery equipment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with bakery machinery and production line operations, ensuring the highest levels of productivity, efficiency, and safety.

Key Responsibilities: Oversee and Maintain Production Lines : Ensure smooth operation of production lines, including ovens, mixers, sheeters, and packaging equipment, to minimize downtime. Troubleshooting and Repairs : Identify and resolve technical issues promptly with bakery machinery, including Multivac Thermoformers, dough mixers, and associated equipment. Scheduled Maintenance : Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on all production and packaging machinery to ensure they are in optimal working condition.

Emergency Response : Provide quick-response support during machinery breakdowns, conducting fault diagnosis and repairs to minimize production disruption. Compliance and Safety : Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and quality standards in all maintenance activities, as well as maintaining accurate maintenance logs and records. Continuous Improvement : Suggest and implement improvements to machinery, processes, and maintenance procedures to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Collaboration : Work closely with production and packaging teams to ensure machine availability and productivity goals are met. Skills and Experience: Essential : Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment, ideally within a bakery or food production setting. Strong hands-on experience with bakery machinery, including Multivac Thermoformers , dough mixers , belt sheeters , and other related equipment.

Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with production line operations and associated mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems. Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a production environment.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable : Electrical qualification (e.g., 17th/18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations). PLC programming and fault-finding experience.

Experience with process automation and control systems. Prior experience with preventative maintenance planning and implementation. Personal Attributes: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. Detail-oriented with a focus on safety and quality. Proactive in identifying and addressing issues before they affect production.

A positive attitude towards continuous learning and self-development.