Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Description:

  Melton Mowbray  
  £ 39,300   - £ 44,300   Dependent on experience  
  +  £5,0 00   Welcome bonus ,  Performance   Bonus & Exceptional Benefits  

  Hours:  37.5 – Mon-Fri  7am-3pm     

Our Melton Mowbray factory is proudly part of Mars Petcare.   Since 1951, our Melton site has been at the heart of UK pet food manufacturing, producing some of the world’s most-loved pet food brands like PEDIGREE® and WHISKAS®. Together, we are united by a single, inspiring purpose: to create A Better World for Pets®  

  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 .  

⭐   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  

✅   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  

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