Mechatronic Maintenance Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Mechatronic Maintenance Engineer to join our production and maintenance team at our Donington MDF moulding facility. Responsible for the day-to-day scheduled and unscheduled maintenance within the production facility, including factory buildings, machine maintenance and repair works to keep the facility running safely, effectively and efficiently. This is a hands-on role that combines mechanical fitting, electrical maintenance, automation control and an element of design and fabrication.

Hours: Monday to Thursday 09:00 - 18:00, Friday 06:00 - 15:00 (45 hours per week including breaks). Flexibility to cover holidays or scheduled maintenance on other shift patterns will be required.

• Deliver continuous improvement in processes and machines and configure manufacturing systems to reduce costs, improve availability and deliver business excellence measures within the production processes.
• Carry out mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic repairs to plant and machinery.
• Fault finding and troubleshooting on plant and machinery, including HMI programming as required.
• Support and maintain PLC-controlled systems and sensors for automated lines and conveyors.
• Maintain machinery in good working order as per maintenance schedule.
• Keep the production facility running effectively and efficiently through continual improvements.
• Assist in machine installations, commissioning and upgrades to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Participate in continuous improvement and root cause analysis activities.
• Ensure plant and machinery are available for maximum productivity.
• Maintain a safe, neat and tidy work area by following safety and housekeeping procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections and ensure all plant and equipment meet H&S and PUWER requirements.
• Ensure daily operation of CHP and dust extraction plant are run efficiently.
• Record maintenance activities through the company systems and keep technical documentation up to date.
• Co-operate with fellow workers and management; carry out any other duties as required.
• Must be mechanically minded and able to use a variety of hand tools; capable of MIG/Arc welding; proficient with IT packages such as Microsoft.

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment working with electrical and mechanical machinery, with strong fault-finding, diagnostic and repair skills across multiple disciplines.
• Working knowledge of managing maintenance workloads and working to strict deadlines.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing / 5S / TPM principles.
• ONC / OND Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or equivalent or time-served electrical/mechanical engineer (Mechatronics).

• Green belt in Six Sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge of biomass boiler plants.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams and control schematics.
• Understanding of wood dust extraction systems and ATEX safety standards.
• Ability to use AutoCAD.

SAM is the UK’s leading manufacturer of interior and exterior MDF mouldings, with a family-owned structure and core values of teamwork, integrity, respect and loyalty. The company offers a range of benefits including profit share, bonuses, health care, pension, training opportunities and other staff benefits.