Maintenance Engineer

The Rewards and Benefits on Offer: * A full-time and permanent role from day 1! * A competitive basic salary * On Call Allowance * Mileage payments (on call only) * Permanent day shifts * Annual Bonus Scheme * Generous holiday entitlement * Pension Scheme * Free Onsite Parking * Immediate Starts available * Private Medical Cover MTrec’s new client opportunity: MTrec recruitment are proudly representing our industry-leading client, who is based in the Stoke-on-Trent area, in their search for an experienced and hands-on maintenance engineer. The role would be well-suited to those with a mechanical bias or a multiskilled background. The role is working a permanent day shift- Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:30, though will include on-call work 1 week in 5, and an earlier shift pattern, 06:00 to 14:30, 1 week in 5. Apply now for an immediate response! The Job you will do: * Investigate, diagnose, and rectify faults on automated process equipment such as pumps, mixers, conveyor/drive systems, packaging equipment and general services support. * Possess strong hands-on skills in mechanical disciplines such as fitting, welding, dismantling/rebuilding, and parts replacement. * Provide effective reactive engineering support to manufacturing plus an active involvement in a rapidly evolving PPM system. * Ensure all relevant engineering documentation and communications are completed in a presentable and timely manner. Work closely and effectively with the manufacturing team to ensure the process operates in a safe and efficient manner. * Possess a flexible and driven persona with the ability to communicate with your team and colleagues at all levels of the business. * Participate in scheduled production meetings to ensure you understand the performance and targets of the production process and apply engineering contributions to any relevant decision-making. * Demonstrate a willingness to participate and contribute to any improvement schemes or projects through all areas of the business About you: * A time served engineer with a minimum of a level 3 NVQ qualification. * Experience within technologically driven manufacturing environments * Ideally, you will hold an 18th edition qualification, but this is not essential * Ideally, you will be able to perform basic fault-finding on PLC systems, but this is not essential. * A hands-on and flexible approach to work * Fully available to work the full range of shift patterns for the role