Production Maintenance Engineer in Northamptonshire

Pertemps Daventry are currently recruiting for a skilled and experienced Production Maintenance Engineer to join one of our established clients in Daventry

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining the reliability and efficiency of production equipment, responding to machinery breakdowns and delivering planned preventative maintenance.

The position will involve working closely with the Manufacturing and Maintenance teams to minimise equipment downtime, maintain operational efficiency and ensure that all maintenance activities are completed to the required standards.

Key Responsibilities

Production Support

Liaise with the Manufacturing Department to coordinate and undertake timely tool, blade and punch changes.

Carry out offline mitring, drilling, notching, countersinking and cleat cut-backs as required.

Complete daily press inspections and maintain accurate records.

Set and operate the cleat press in line with manufacturing requirements.

Strip down and maintain press tooling.

Set clutch and brake presses when required.

Operate guillotines and manufacture bespoke brackets and cleats.

Manufacture and assemble restraint strut feet.

Maintain appropriate stock levels of critical spare parts, punches, dies and tooling.

Undertake scheduled calibration checks and weekly Metal Working Fluid (MWF) checks.

Assist with risk assessments, process training and project work as required.

Maintenance

Carry out planned preventative maintenance in accordance with established schedules.

Undertake routine maintenance of manufacturing tools and equipment.

Respond promptly to machinery breakdowns, diagnosing faults and implementing effective repairs.

Investigate equipment failures, identify root causes and determine appropriate corrective actions.

Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure all scheduled checks are completed.

Identify and recommend opportunities for continuous improvement to improve equipment reliability and reduce reactive maintenance.

Support and supervise contractors, ensuring compliance with agreed contractual requirements.

General Responsibilities

Work in accordance with company health and safety policies and procedures.

Identify and recommend operational and safety improvements.

Maintain high standards of housekeeping within engineering workshops and across the site.

Work collaboratively with the Manufacturing and Maintenance teams to support the wider business.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical, Electrical and Crane Systems.

A strong technical understanding of manufacturing equipment and maintenance processes.

Experience of planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support.

Good fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.

A proactive approach to equipment maintenance and continuous improvement.

The ability to work effectively alongside production and engineering colleagues.

A commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety.

Salary and Working Pattern

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum.

Working days: Monday to Friday.

How to Apply

If you have the relevant engineering qualifications and experience and are interested in this opportunity, we would welcome your application.

For further information, please contact Niki on (phone number removed).