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Mechanical Engineer - Anwick

Hours: Saturday, Sunday, Monday - 16:00 to 04:00
Location: Anwick, Lincolnshire

Purpose:
To provide an effective engineering service to the production team, responding promptly to demands and maintaining equipment both proactively and reactively. Ensure factory performance meets targets and KPIs, improve equipment availability and performance to meet OEE targets, and accurately capture all engineering labour and parts using the PPM system (SAP).

Key Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and safely to plant stoppages and breakdowns.
• Maintain, adjust, and repair equipment for optimum performance.
• Carry out planned maintenance and fault-finding on machinery.
• Work with mechanical drive systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ensure equipment operates efficiently and meets product specifications.
• Collaborate with the Engineering leadership team and external engineers for improvements.
• Comply with Health & Safety rules, including COSHH and LO/TO procedures.
• Complete accurate documentation and PPM records in SAP.
• Support training and assessment of staff on machine operation.
• Contribute to energy reduction and environmental initiatives.

KPIs

• Completion of PPM paperwork and delegated tasks.
• First Time Fix rate for breakdowns.
• Weekly safety observations (BSO).

Health & Safety

• Work safely and follow company procedures.
• Report hazards, defects, and incidents promptly.
• Use protective equipment and assist in accident investigations.
• Promote safe behaviour and environmental responsibility.

Skills & Knowledge - Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (Mechanical).
• Recognised UK qualifications.
• Previous experience in manufacturing operations.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good standard of written and spoken English.

Desirable:

• Experience in food processing or poultry machinery.
• Welding (preferably TIG).
• Knowledge of lean techniques and automated machinery.
• Computer literacy and SAP experience.
• 17th/18th Edition qualification.

The company

Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.

Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.

Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.

What we'll bring to the table

Competitive Salary

Competitive Holiday Entitlement

Pension Contribution

Family Friendly Policies

Learning and Development Opportunities

Life Assurance

People matter

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Our values

Determination

Simplicity

Availability

Humility

Discipline

Sincerity

Ownership