Mechanical Engineer/Fabricator

• Conduct repairs and improvements to ensure equipment reliability, minimize breakdowns, and extend the lifespan of critical
• assets.
• A key focus of the role is ensuring that all fabricated and welded components meet food industry standards. The position will carry out in house repairs and provide rapid response to equipment breakdowns requiring welding, fabrication or machining
• The main objective of this role is to reduce reliance on external contractors by bringing more
• repairs and fabrication in house, while improving response times to breakdowns. The engineer will be expected to create CAD drawings for reference and future use and to machine parts which can be put into stock
• Monitor and Maintain Standards: Regularly monitor the performance of equipment and address any deviations from required standards to prevent quality issues in production.
• Oversee and maintain various systems, including tortilla lines, chips lines, packaging equipment, silos, pumps, mixers, and electrical components. Ensure these systems operate efficiently to support production targets.
• Conduct Regular Inspections: Perform routine checks and diagnostics to identify potential issues early on, preventing equipment failures and minimizing production downtime.
• Respond to work assignments issued by the Maintenance Manager or Shift Lead, ensuring the timely and efficient completion of all
• maintenance activities.
• Maximize Shift Effectiveness: Organize tasks to optimize productivity and reduce delays, ensuring the maintenance team operates effectively throughout the shift.

Monday - Friday 08:30 - 17:00