Engineer

Kepak is an Irish owned food company with over 50 years of expertise in the meat craft. They serve international markets, restaurants, and household food service names with prime cuts of meat, on-trend food service solutions, and ready-for-market convenience foods.

The Engineer role at Kepak involves providing effective maintenance support to the Production team, maintaining and repairing equipment, machinery, and tools used in the factory. Key responsibilities include:

• Undertaking electrical and mechanical routine checks of equipment
• Troubleshooting using PLC Logic
• Performing electro-mechanical repairs on high-speed, PLC-controlled plant and equipment
• Providing technical support for plant facilities and services
• Carrying out Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Routines
• Supporting the Production Team in achieving targets
• Monitoring line and machine performance
• Analyzing efficiency and suggesting improvements
• Working with equipment suppliers on new installations and modifications
• Maintaining cleanliness in work areas
• Updating the maintenance management system (CMMS)
• Participating in safety procedures and training

The role requires working on a 4 on 4 off basis, with 12-hour shifts from 05:00 - 17:00, averaging 42 hours per week. The annual salary is £41,296.00.

Key requirements include:

• NVQ Level 3 Mechanical and/or Electrical Qualification
• BS7671 18th Edition certification (17th acceptable with commitment to 18th)
• Experience in meat/food production environment (preferred)
• Strong diagnostic and root cause analysis skills
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Fluent English communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work under own initiative

Benefits include 31 days Annual Leave, Employee Benefits Platform, Pension Plan, Training & Development opportunities, On-Site Parking, Cycle To Work Scheme, Subsidised Canteen, and more.

Join Kepak to be part of a leading international food company with a rich history and commitment to innovation in the food industry.