Production Maintenance Operator

4 days ago


Leicester, United Kingdom Adecco Full time

Are you ready to take on a vital role in a dynamic production environment? Join us as a Front-End Maintainer/Operator and be part of a team that values precision, innovation, and teamwork

💼 About the Role:
As a Front-End Maintainer/Operator, you will work with cutting-edge vertical and horizontal can-making power press equipment (cupping presses & bodymakers). Your responsibilities include:

Maintaining production quality standards.
Ensuring maximum machine efficiency and minimal spoilage.
Making process and tooling adjustments.
Monitoring and recording production data.
Troubleshooting machinery and delivering planned preventive maintenance.
Upholding high standards of housekeeping.💡 Ideal Candidate:

We're seeking candidates with hands-on engineering knowledge and problem-solving ability. To excel in this role, you will:

Know what a 4-jaw chuck is and how it operates.
Be prepared for practical assessments, including a slip gauge test, pneumatics test, conveyor test, and fault-finding exercise.
Have a Mechanical/Maintenance Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent (Grade B candidates).
Demonstrate proven production/engineering experience (Grades C & D considered with varying qualifications and experience).
Possess knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and metrology tools.
Show attention to detail, teamwork, and a results-driven mindset.We are looking for candidates across three entry levels, depending on your qualifications and experience:

Grade B (£53,820.76/year): Qualified with a Mechanical/Maintenance Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent and relevant production/engineering experience.
Grade C (£48,539.49/year): Relevant production/engineering experience without formal qualifications.
Grade D (£44,229.04/year): Some production/engineering experience, possibly from hands-on hobbies (e.g., working on cars), and a strong trainability potential.Skills & Experience:

Mechanical/Maintenance Engineering apprenticeship or ONC/HNC equivalent (Grade B).
Proven experience in production engineering roles (preferably with power presses).
Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and metrology tools.
Attention to detail, team-oriented mindset, and drive to achieve production targets.Work Schedule:

Continental shifts: 2 x 12-hour days, 2 x 12-hour nights, followed by 4 days off. 5 x during the year, aligned with holidays there are 15 days off. Full year shift rota available to discuss.Exceptional Benefits Package:
We believe in taking care of our employees with a range of benefits, including:

Competitive Salary based on grade and shift allowance.
9% Company Pension Contribution.
Annual Bonus Scheme.
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (integrated into the shift pattern).
Employee Assistance Programme for personal support.
Income Protection & Death in Service at 7x your salary.
Cycle to Work Scheme for sustainable commuting.
Subsidised Canteen with weekly menus for pre-ordering meals, including take-home portions.
Free On-Site Parking

Ready to Apply?
If you're passionate about engineering, thrive under pressure, and are eager to grow in a challenging yet rewarding role, we'd love to hear from youAdecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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