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A great opportunity has arisen for a proactive, hands-on Days only Multiskilled Maintenance Supervisor/Engineer to lead and carry out maintenance activities within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role combines leadership with practical engineering skills to ensure maximum uptime, efficiency, and safety of all plant and equipment. Job Description: Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic faults on production lines and ancillary equipment.Implement planned preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.Lead a small maintenance team, allocating tasks and ensuring compliance with safety standards.Provide technical guidance and hands-on support during breakdowns and installations.Identify opportunities to improve machine reliability and efficiency.Support projects for equipment upgrades and process optimization.Ensure all maintenance activities adhere to health and safety regulations.Maintain accurate records of maintenance work and spare parts usage. Beneficial Skills / Experience Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.Experience with extrusion machinery, plastic processing equipment, or similar high-speed manufacturing environments.Knowledge of PLC systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics.Ability to supervise and motivate a small team while remaining hands-on.Familiarity with film extrusion, packaging production, or related processes is highly desirable.Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.17th/18th Edition Electrical qualification (advantageous).Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.Excellent communication and organizat