At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the engineering team in maintaining and improving production machinery.
- Company: Leading food manufacturing business in Coventry with a focus on quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 23 days holiday, pension scheme, and employee recognition programme.
- Other info: Great opportunities for career progression and ongoing training.
- Why this job: Kickstart your engineering career in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Engineering qualification and a proactive attitude to learn.
The predicted salary is between 33750 - 33750 £ per year.
Location: Coventry
Salary: £34,000 per annum
Shift Pattern: 4 On 4 Off Days Only
Holiday: 23 Days Annual Leave
About the Company
We are a leading food manufacturing business based in Coventry, supplying high-quality products to customers across the UK. Due to continued growth and investment in our engineering department, we are looking to recruit a Junior Engineer to join our successful team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring engineer looking to develop their skills within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, working alongside experienced engineers and gaining exposure to a wide range of automated production equipment.
The Role
As a Junior Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the engineering team to ensure the efficient operation of production machinery and equipment. You will assist with planned preventative maintenance, fault finding, repairs, and continuous improvement activities while developing your engineering knowledge and experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the engineering team in carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities.
- Assist with diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical faults on production equipment.
- Complete work orders and maintenance tasks assigned by Lead Engineers.
- Ensure engineering downtime information and maintenance records are accurately completed.
- Work closely with production teams to maximise equipment efficiency and minimise downtime.
- Support equipment repairs and maintenance in accordance with company procedures and safety standards.
- Assist with ordering spare parts and maintaining engineering stock controls.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, quality and health & safety at all times.
- Participate in shift handovers and communicate effectively with colleagues across departments.
What We're Looking For
- Engineering qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Multi-Skilled Engineering.
- Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment is desirable.
- Food manufacturing experience would be advantageous.
- Understanding of mechanical and electrical maintenance principles.
- Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Good problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
- Computer literate with experience using Microsoft Office packages.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
Desirable Skills
- PLC knowledge.
- Pneumatics and hydraulics experience.
- Temperature control and instrumentation knowledge.
- Welding experience.
- FLT licence.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary of £34,000 per annum.
- 4 On 4 Off Days Only shift pattern.
- 23 days annual leave.
- Company pension scheme.
- Company Sick Pay - 1 month in a rolling 12-month period (following successful completion of probation).
- Retail Discount Scheme.
- Cycle to Work Scheme and Techscheme.
- Long Service Awards.
- GEM Awards - Employee Recognition Programme.
- Employee Assistance Programme (available to pension scheme members).
- 4x Death in Service Benefit (available to pension scheme members).
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Career progression within a growing food manufacturing business.
Apply Today
If you are looking to build your engineering career within a successful food manufacturing business and want to work alongside experienced engineers in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Junior Maintenance Engineer in Coventry employer: CV Technical
Join a leading food manufacturing business in Coventry, where we prioritise employee growth and development within a supportive and dynamic work culture. As a Junior Maintenance Engineer, you will benefit from competitive pay, a generous annual leave package, and ongoing training opportunities, all while working alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced environment that values innovation and teamwork.
