Kepak is a global food company serving international retailers and food service household names with prime cuts of meat, on-trend food concepts and ready-for-market convenience foods. 

Kepak St. Merryn in Bodmin is a beef processing facility. We offer beef products ranging from retail ready cuts for butchers’ counters to branded packaged meat, all as part of our service; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand-selected by our master butchers, we produce beef products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance. 

Purpose of the role:
As a Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will play a vital role in providing effective maintenance support to our Production team, ensuring the equipment, machinery, and tools used in our factory are always running smoothly, maintaining seamless production and enhancing efficiency.

We are looking for someone with suitable qualifications and experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably with meat or food production experience. Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, PLC control, refrigeration, and PTW systems is desirable.

You will be working on a 4 on/4 off shift pattern from 5.00am to 5.00pm - 36 hours or 48 hours per week averaging out at 42 per week, with a competitive salary.

Main Responsibilities:

• Undertake Electrical and Mechanical routine checking of equipment, quality inspections and troubleshooting on the production lines and process, working to minimise down time
• Troubleshooting using PLC Logic
• Electro-mechanical repairs to high-speed, PLC-controlled plant, handling and packaging equipment, also pneumatic and hydraulic control systems
• Effective communication with productions teams, providing timely updates on breakdowns/down time
• Technical support for the plant facilities and services, including compressed air, refrigeration, and steam
• Input to and carry out Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Routines
• Support Production Team in achieving targets
• Closely monitor line and machine performance, identifying and investigating faults
• Intervene online as soon as any deterioration in performance occurs
• Be observant and work off your own initiative when a fault is detected and take remedial action based on your best judgement on whether to effect immediate repair or not
• Analyse the efficiency of current procedures and suggest improvements
• Work with equipment suppliers on new equipment, installations, and modifications
• Maintain cleanliness in any areas in which you are working, including any transit areas to and from the workshop, including the workshop and stores
• Co-operate and participate fully in training and development in cross-skilling and other job-related competencies
• Update the maintenance management system (CMMS), records of all changes, stores transactions made, and work carried out
• Actively participate in toolbox talks and undertake permit to work and/or risk assessments
• Be available to support and participate in rotating shift cover roster
• Ensure all systems comply with the relevant health and safety legislation, as well a relevant site food hygiene and safety requirements

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 Mechanical and/or Electrical Qualification essential
• BS7671 18th Edition - 17th is acceptable with ongoing commitment to 18th
• Experience working in meat/food production environment preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, PLC control, refrigeration and PTW systems desirable
• Strong diagnostic/root cause analysis skills essential
• Proactive and “can-do” attitude essential
• Adaptable to change and willingness to upskill and learn new disciplines as required
• Sound understanding of integrity and compliance to relevant legislation and company processes/procedures
• Commitment to good practice
• Fluent English, communicates well in written and oral form with multi-nationals on all levels
• Ability to multitask and work under own initiative to deliver to deadlines
• Relationship builder with influencing skills
• Strong team player

Benefits

31 days annual leave per year (after probation).

Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme - Need a little more time off? Purchase additional annual leave.

Company Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for the future with access to our company pension scheme.

Death in Service Benefit - Eligible salaried employees are covered by our Death in Service benefit, providing financial support and peace of mind for your loved ones.

Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to join Kepak.

Free On-Site Parking - Our site has dedicated staff parking, available free of charge for all colleagues.

Subsidised On-Site Canteen - Enjoy a variety of freshly prepared hot meals and food options at reduced prices in our on-site canteen.

Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money on a new bike and cycling equipment through our salary sacrifice scheme.

Electric Vehicle Scheme - Access an electric vehicle through our salary sacrifice scheme.

Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and celebrate the loyalty, dedication and valuable contributions of our long-serving colleagues.

Discounted Gym Memberships - Support your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships.

Training and Development - We are committed to helping you grow your career through structured onboarding, regular online and in-person training, and clear opportunities for career progression.

Mentoring and Leadership Development Programmes - Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, our mentoring and leadership development programmes are designed to help you reach your full potential.

GroceryAid Employee Assistance Programme - Free and confidential emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues, including access to counselling, mental health support, legal guidance and a 24/7 confidential helpline.

Financial Advice & Will Writing - Access free mortgage advice and a complimentary will writing service as part of your employee benefits package.