Maintenance Engineer/Technician

Maintenance Engineer/Technician | Food Manufacturing | North Wales | Up to £45,000 Are you a hands-on engineer looking for your next challenge? Or maybe you’re a skilled technician from another industry who wants to break into one of the UK’s most secure and rewarding sectors — food manufacturing? This could be the role for you. About the Business We’re working with a leading food manufacturing business in North Wales, supplying high-quality products to major retailers and foodservice customers nationwide. With significant growth and ongoing investment in people and technology, this is a fantastic time to join their engineering team. The Role As a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of keeping the factory running smoothly. You’ll carry out a mix of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs, making sure production lines stay reliable and downtime is kept to a minimum. This is a fast-paced, varied role where no two days are the same — a perfect opportunity if you enjoy problem-solving and working with cutting-edge machinery. Key Responsibilities * Carry out preventative maintenance on food production equipment * Respond quickly to breakdowns and get machinery back online * Diagnose mechanical/electrical faults and put long-term fixes in place * Work closely with production teams to support output targets * Keep clear maintenance records and suggest improvements * Always work with safety, quality, and compliance in mind About You We’re open to backgrounds — whether you’re an experienced Maintenance or Technician Engineer in food/FMCG, or you’ve built your skills in another sector (automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, military, etc.) and want to move into food production. Ideally, you’ll have: * Engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or similar) * Strong mechanical and/or electrical fault-finding skills * Experience with conveyors, packaging kit, or automated systems (advantageous, not essential) * A proactive, problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn What’s in it for You * Salary up to £45,000 (depending on experience) * Company pension scheme * Training and development opportunities to grow your skills * Supportive, team-focused environment * Clear career progression in a growing sector — food is one of the UK’s most secure industries

Location: Wrexham, Clwyd, GB

Posted Date: 9/14/2025