Mechanical Fitter

Accrington Permanent £43,000 - £44,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join the Engineering & Manufacturing department within the FMCG industry. This permanent role is based in Accrington and focuses on maintaining and repairing machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • £44075
  • Nights only, 8 hours, Monday to Friday

About Our Client

The organisation is a well-established company within the FMCG industry. As a medium-sized enterprise, they specialise in high-quality manufacturing and are known for their dedication to operational excellence.

Job Description

As the Mechanical fitter you will be tasked with the following;

Maintenance & Repair

  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on production machinery, conveyors, mixers, packaging equipment, and utilities.
  • Diagnose mechanical faults and perform effective breakdown repairs to minimise downtime.
  • Replace and refurbish mechanical components such as bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes, pumps, and valves.



Compliance & Safety

  • Ensure all work complies with food safety, hygiene, and GMP requirements.
  • Adhere to site health & safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out procedures.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure work is completed to audit-ready standards.



Continuous Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve machine reliability and performance.
  • Support root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring faults.
  • Assist in engineering improvement projects and equipment upgrades.



Operational Support

  • Collaborate closely with the nights hygiene team to ensure smooth operation and reliable start up of production on day shift..
  • Provide technical support during product changeovers and start-ups.
  • Assist with installation and commissioning of new machinery.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Mechanical Fitter should have:

  • Relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering or a related field.
  • Practical experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on efficiency.
  • Knowledge of health and safety protocols in an engineering context.
  • The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • A proactive attitude towards machinery maintenance and improvement.

What's on Offer

  • £44,075 per year.
  • 33 days holidays
  • Option for salary sacrifice pension scheme
  • Attendance bonus
  • Length of service bonus
  • 3 x Death in service benefit if enrolled in Legal and General Pension scheme
  • 4 weeks full Company sick pay after successful completion of probationary period - increasing to 6 weeks after 5 years service.
  • Other paid absences such as compassionate and paternity leave dependant on terms and conditions.
  • Free parking



If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Mechanical Fitter within the Engineering & Manufacturing sector, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Jordi Williams
Quote job ref
JN-112025-6890948
Phone number
+441133889028

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Maintenance, Reliability
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Accrington
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jordi Williams
Consultant phone
+441133889028
Job reference
JN-112025-6890948