Maintenance Engineer
VetPlus
Location: Lytham, Lancashire
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum
Join a Growing Manufacturing Business
We are looking for a proactive and skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Lytham. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys problem-solving, continuous improvement, and ensuring production equipment operates safely and efficiently.
Working closely with the Head of Manufacturing & Engineering and production teams, you will play a key role in maintaining machinery, reducing downtime, and supporting ongoing engineering and improvement projects across the site.
What You'll Be Doing
- Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on production machinery.
- Diagnosing faults and resolving breakdowns efficiently to minimise operational downtime.
- Monitoring equipment performance and identifying opportunities to improve reliability and efficiency.
- Maintaining accurate maintenance records and documentation.
- Supporting machinery upgrades, new equipment installations, and continuous improvement projects.
- Working with suppliers and contractors to coordinate repairs, servicing, and maintenance activities.
- Assisting in the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures.
- Supporting improvements in machine performance and Overall Equipment Effectiveness.
- Promoting a strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across the site.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has previous maintenance engineering experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Possesses strong mechanical fault-finding and repair skills.
- Has knowledge of electrical systems and basic PLC fault diagnosis.
- Can plan and complete preventative maintenance activities effectively.
- Is confident interpreting technical drawings, manuals, and engineering documentation.
- Has excellent problem-solving skills and a practical, hands-on approach.
- Works well with colleagues across production, engineering, quality, and support functions.
- Holds a relevant engineering qualification, apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience within food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or other regulated manufacturing environments would be advantageous.
What We Offer
- Health insurance
- Company pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Staff discounts across the Group
- Free on-site parking
- Career development opportunities
- The opportunity to join a growing and ambitious manufacturing business where your contribution will make a genuine difference
Apply Today
If you're a motivated engineer who takes pride in keeping equipment running at its best and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.