Job Description
Melton Mowbray £39,300 - £44,300 Dependent on experience +
£2,500 Welcome bonus
, Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits
Hours: 37.5 - Mon-Fri 7am-3pm
Why Join Us?
At Melton, we're at the forefront of innovation in high-speed food processing, and we're searching for a talented
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
to join our 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, dynamic environment.
Cutting-Edge Tech : 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.
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What's in it for you?
Welcome bonus
paid in your first week's salary
Hot food restaurant
on site
Career growth opportunities
with structured development & Mars University
Private healthcare
+ equal parental leave
Generous pension
(up to 9% contribution)
Life assurance
(4x salary)
EV salary sacrifice
scheme
Gym membership
& wellbeing support
Annual leave starting
at 24 days, rising to 32 with service
Free parking
on site
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What We're Looking For
Technical qualifications : Minimum HNC/HND in mechanical engineering or a related field, backed by practical experience
Experience in FMCG or manufacturing environments : You know how to troubleshoot and maintain complex mechanical systems.
Proven problem-solving skills : You excel at Root Cause Analysis and fault finding.
Technical proficiency : 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 ensure timely resolutions, reducing downtime to boost productivity.
Team leader & technical coach : Lead by example and support your colleagues, sharing your technical expertise to elevate the team.
Drive improvement : Take on small-scale improvements, actively contributing to continuous innovation and efficiency.
Champion safety : Participate in 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 alongside
130,000+ Associates worldwide
guided by our Five Principles
Be part of a
purpose-driven company
shaping "the world we want tomorrow"
Access
world-class training & development
from day one
Join a company with an
industry-leading salary and benefits package