Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
8 days ago
Leicester
Join Our Team as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer!\n Location: Melton Mowbray \n Salary: £39,300 - £44,300 (Dependent on experience) \n Welcome Bonus: £5,000 + Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits \n Hours: 37.5 – Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm \n About Us: Our Melton Mowbray factory is proudly part of Mars Petcare. Since 1951, we've been at the heart of UK pet food manufacturing, producing beloved brands like PEDIGREE® and WHISKAS®. Together, we are united by a single, inspiring purpose: to create A Better World for Pets®. Why Join Us?\n 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 chance to make an impact, grow your expertise, and work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment. What You’ll Work With:\n \n • Cutting-Edge Tech: Advanced systems like ABB/Kuka robotics, Allen Bradley PLCs, and predictive maintenance tools.\n, • Supportive Culture: A team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration.\n The Role\n As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will: \n \n • Drive a reduction in repair times through effective problem-solving and strong technical skills.\n, • Provide technical facilitation, training, and leadership to deliver solutions that reduce downtime, waste, quality issues, and safety risks.\n ⭐ What’s in it for You?\n \n, • Welcome Bonus: Paid in your first week’s salary.\n, • On-Site Hot Food Restaurant: Enjoy delicious meals during your breaks.\n, • Career Growth Opportunities: Structured development & Mars University.\n, • Private Healthcare: Plus equal parental leave.\n, • Generous Pension: Up to 9% contribution.\n, • Life Assurance: 4x salary coverage.\n, • EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme: For eco-friendly commuting.\n, • Gym Membership: And wellbeing support.\n, • Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service.\n, • Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free.\n ✅ What We’re Looking For\n \n, • Technical Qualifications: Minimum HNC/HND in mechanical engineering or a related field, backed by practical experience.\n, • Experience in FMCG or Manufacturing Environments: You know how to troubleshoot and maintain complex mechanical systems.\n, • Proven Problem-Solving Skills: You excel at Root Cause Analysis and fault finding.\n, • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using Microsoft Excel, PI Process Book, and SAP Planned Maintenance.\n, • Leadership & Teamwork: You thrive in a collaborative setting, with the ability to coach and inspire others.\n Key Responsibilities\n \n, • Keep Things Running Smoothly: Maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance automated, electromechanical systems.\n, • Be the Problem Solver: Diagnose breakdowns and ensure timely resolutions to reduce downtime.\n, • Team Leader & Technical Coach: Lead by example and support your colleagues with your technical expertise.\n, • Drive Improvement: Contribute to continuous innovation and efficiency.\n, • Champion Safety: Participate in risk assessments and ensure adherence to safety standards.\n, • Collaborative Communication: Bridge the gap between operations and technical teams.\n, • Develop Talent: Help build the next generation of engineers through training and coaching.\n What You Can Expect from Mars\n \n, • Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles.\n, • Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping “the world we want tomorrow.”\n, • Access world-class training & development from day one.\n, • Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package.\n \n Ready to make a difference? Join us at Mars Petcare and help create a better world for pets! \n