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New Production Maintenance Engineer job in Newhaven

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a multi-skilled Production Maintenance Engineer in Newhaven to join a high-performing manufacturing team This hands-on role plays a vital part in ensuring equipment runs reliably and efficiently to support continuous production, minimise downtime, and drive ongoing improvements in operational performance.

Key Responsibilities for the Production Maintenance Engineer job:

* Provide rapid response and technical assistance in resolving equipment and plant faults (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic).

* Carry out fault-finding, diagnostics, and repair activities to reduce downtime and improve equipment effectiveness.

* Participate in and lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and eliminate waste.

* Execute planned maintenance activities on jigs, fixtures, production machinery, and associated plant equipment.

Main Duties and Team Collaboration for the Production Maintenance Engineer job:

* Work closely with production teams to improve equipment functionality and implement operational changes.

* Provide technical guidance and training to production operatives.

* Ensure all modifications and improvements meet quality, health, and safety standards.

Required Experience and Skills for the Production Maintenance Engineer job:

* HNC, ONC, City & Guilds, NVQ Level 4, or time-served apprenticeship in Engineering or Electronics.

* Strong hands-on experience in fault-finding and repairing mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical control systems.

* Proficient in lean manufacturing principles.

* Confident working unsupervised and managing multiple projects.

Desirable Skills and Experience Production Maintenance Engineer job:

* Familiarity with automation and injection moulding machinery.

* Experience with Six Sigma methodology and/or SolidWorks CAD software.

* Proven leadership and training experience within an engineering team.

If you’re looking to join a fast-paced, improvement-focused environment—apply now for the Production Maintenance Engineer job in Newhaven to be part of our ambitious team