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Job Title: Maintenance Engineer (Extrusion)

Salary: Circa £45K-£50K

Benefits: To be discussed at interview

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Hull

Job Start date: ASAP

Shift Pattern: Days (flexible, typically 08:30-17:00)

We’re supporting our client, a leading global equipment manufacturer based in Hull, who are looking for a Maintenance Engineer (Extrusion) to join their growing team. The successful Maintenance Engineer (Extrusion) will have experience of Maintenance within plastics/packaging manufacturing.

Position Overview: As a Maintenance Engineer (Extrusion), you will be a key player in overseeing maintenance and ensuring operational excellence. Reporting directly to senior management, you’ll take charge of critical maintenance activities, lead process improvement initiatives, and solve complex engineering challenges. The company’s key products include working with recycled plastics and biodegradable materials, ensuring sustainable and high-quality production.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in both hands-on and leadership capacities, combining technical proficiency with a strategic mindset.

Responsibilities for Maintenance Engineer (Extrusion):

* Plan and conduct site maintenance activities, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent performance.

* Develop and implement comprehensive site maintenance procedures.

* Ensure all site equipment is fully complaint to safety legislations, testing, and inspections

* Analyse and resolve issues through root cause analysis and fault-finding techniques.

* Perform equipment repair as required and testing while maintaining detailed records.

* Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

* Support project plans including site preparation work, equipment installation and commissioning, technical training, and supporting on repairs as needed

About You:

* 5-10 years’ experience

* Experience in extrusion processes and injection moulding advantageous

* Proven track record of driving process improvements and operational efficiency.

* Injection moulding advantageous.

* Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a hands-on approach.

* Highly organized with attention to detail.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Customer-focused, with a drive to deliver high-quality results.

* A proactive, “get it done” attitude with the ability to work independently and lead by example.

Job Application:

If you would like to be considered for the role of Maintenance Engineer (Extrusion), please apply with your full CV - or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you.

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