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On-site in Runcorn·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 31 Oct)
Our summary
- Salary
- £62,159 a year
About £3,880 a month after tax.
- Work mode
- On-site, Runcorn
- Contract
- Full-time
- Holiday
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Pension
- 12% employer pension
Skills
Nice to have
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Experience in maintaining multi-axis (CNC) manufacturing machinery
- Knowledge and experience of high-volume automated manufacturing equipment, along with fitting and fabrication skills
- Fault finding, root-cause analysis and corrective actions
Nice to have
- Experience of pneumatics, hydraulics, robotics, and extraction systems is desirable
- Experience with computerised maintenance management systems and the development of maintenance tasks is desirable
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
Pat rate | £62,159.45 per annum inclusive of shift allowances (£51,085.84 basic salary, plus £11,073.61 shift allowance)
The role
Howdens Joinery is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our maintenance team at our manufacturing facility in Runcorn, Cheshire. With significant investment underway, including the installation of a new high-volume panel machining line, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing site and play a key role in expanding and enhancing our cabinet and panel manufacturing operations.
To be successful in this role, you'll have completed an engineering apprenticeship and have hands-on maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment. You'll be a proactive problem solver who takes pride in maintaining high safety standards and contributing to a positive safety culture.
What you'll do
- Proactive and preventative maintenance
- Reactive breakdown maintenance
- Continual improvement projects
- Ownership and development of the specific production line maintenance
How you'll work
Shift | Days & Nights Shift Pattern (4 on, 4 off - 2 days, 2 nights)
Location
Location | Runcorn, Cheshire
What we can offer you
- Pension plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays with an opportunity to purchase additional days
- Staff discount
- Free lunch at our on-site canteen
- Free onsite car parking
- Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition
Hiring process
2 steps1 interviewa task to do
Application
Aptitude task (selected roles)
Not every role
In certain circumstances, an aptitude task is completed before or during the interview; Howdens lets candidates know in advance if this applies.
Interview
With a hiring manager
You meet with the hiring manager to discuss your experience and ask questions about the job; interview format differs across departments and roles.
- Howdens aims to reply quickly, though it may take longer for roles with more applicants; candidates are always told the outcome either way.
- Adjustments to the application or recruitment process can be requested by emailing recruitment@howdens.com.
Hiring process
We're building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Mechanical Engineer, then we're keen to hear from you.
Your application will be carefully reviewed, and we'll be in touch to let you know the next steps. If you're shortlisted, a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application further.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitment@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
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About Howdens
- Industry
- Manufacturing
In their own words
About the company & team
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
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