Job Description
Job Description:
Melton Mowbray
£39,300 - £44,300 Dependent on experience
+ £5,000 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. n
Cutting-Edge Tech : Work with advanced systems like ABB/Kuka robotics, Allen Bradley PLCs, and predictive maintenance tools. \Provide technical facilitation, training, and leadership to deliver solutions that reduce downtime, waste, quality issues, and safety risks.
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. \You excel at Root Cause Analysis and fault finding. \Skilled in using Microsoft Excel, PI Process Book, and SAP Planned Maintenance. \Maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance automated, electromechanical systems - from refrigeration systems to meat processing equipment, conveyors, and fluid systems. \Participate in risk assessments and ensure all activities adhere to safety standards (ISO 14000, PTW, Hot Work, etc.).
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
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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (nights) (Permanent) in Birmingham employer: Mars - RSR
At Mars Wrigley Plymouth, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment. With competitive salaries, a generous benefits package including a welcome bonus, private healthcare, and extensive career development opportunities through Mars University, we are dedicated to supporting your professional growth. Join us in our mission to create a better world, while enjoying perks like onsite facilities and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing.
