Maintenance Engineer with Welding Experience
Full time
About us
Strathmore Foods Ltd are Scotland’s leading producer of traditional, quality meals for today’s consumer. Established in 1973 and based in Forfar, Angus, we offer a wide range of delicious Scottish products, through the McIntosh, Scottish Favourites and Strathmore Foodservice brands. We are seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer with a welding experience to join our dedicated maintenance team. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of our equipment and facilities.
The Role
As a Maintenance Engineer with welding experience, you'll play a vital part in our operations. Your primary responsibilities will include performing both preventative and reactive maintenance on a wide range of machinery and equipment. A key aspect of this role is using your welding expertise to repair, fabricate, and modify parts to keep our production lines running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
Perform routine preventative maintenance on all plant machinery and equipment to minimize downtime.
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults efficiently.
Execute welding repairs on various materials (e.g., steel, aluminium) using different techniques (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick) to fix damaged components.
Fabricate new parts and modify existing equipment as needed to improve performance or address specific issues.
Collaborate with the production team to schedule maintenance and repairs to limit disruption.
Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies, ensuring a safe working environment at all times.
Qualifications
Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer or a similar role in a [e.g., manufacturing, industrial] environment.
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
Self-motivated with a strong commitment to quality and safety.
Experience with mention specific equipment or systems, e.g., PLC systems, hydraulic machinery, pneumatic systems is a plus.
What We Offer
- A Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development training.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- The chance to work on a diverse range of projects and equipment.
To Apply
If you are a skilled Maintenance Engineer with welding expertise and are looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications to recruitment@strathmore-foods.com.
Strathmore Foods Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type
Full Time
Salary Range
£38,000 to £42,000 per year depending on experience