Our machines are non-stop and in some sites we operate a 24 hour operation. Our Engineers play a pivotal part in ensuring our machines work to the best of their ability - so we can provide great product to our customers, whilst still ensuring speediness. We are seeking a talented and motivated Reliability Engineer to join our team and improve the reliability of our machinery within our fruit packhouse in Thrapston, Northamptonshire. As a Reliability Engineer, you will play a vital role in optimising the performance and reliability of our machinery. You will identify areas for improvement, implement maintenance strategies, and use innovative techniques to enhance equipment reliability, ensuring the consistent delivery of top-quality products to our customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyse machinery performance, breakdowns, and failure patterns to identify areas for improvement
- Develop and implement reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies to minimise downtime and maximise equipment efficiency
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate reliability initiatives into daily operations
- Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for breakdowns and develop action plans to prevent recurrence
- Drive practical Asset Care activities with front line production colleagues to foster a culture of asset ownership and increased performance
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of reliability improvement initiatives
- Identify opportunities for process optimisation and automation to enhance productivity
- Provide technical training to maintenance teams to enhance their knowledge and skills
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in reliability engineering and apply best practices to the fruit packhouse machinery
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As well as the ability to work at pace, we're also looking for someone who has...
- Qualifications to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent, ONC mechanical/electrical engineering, BTEC level 3 in mechanical & electrical/electronic engineering)
- A proven track record in an engineering and fault finding role gained from a FMCG environment (ideally the food industry)
- Solid understanding of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) principles and experience in implementing RCM strategies
- Proficiency in conducting root cause analysis (RCA) and familiarity with failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA)
- A good understanding of HACCP principles and ideally IEE qualification up to 17th edition wiring regulations would be advantageous
- Excellent communication skills
- Assertiveness with the ability to make decisions on the spot
- A can do attitude and a strong work ethic
In return for your hard work we will offer you:
- Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays)
- 15% discount in our stores available from the day you join us
- Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member
- Career progression and development opportunities
- Subsidised staff canteen
- Free parking
- Market leading pension and life assurance
- Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP
- Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
- Long Service Awards
- Optional Payroll charity donations
- Enhanced Family/maternity/parental leave