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Howdens is looking for Mechanical Engineers to join our team at our Runcorn site in Cheshire. With major investment underway to expand and upgrade our cabinet and panel manufacturing operations, including the addition of a brand-new production line, we need extra engineering support to help us meet growing demand. It’s a great time to come on board and be part of our exciting growth journey.

In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting proactive and preventative maintenance across our manufacturing equipment, utilities, and services. You’ll also contribute to continuous improvement projects and provide support for reactive maintenance when needed.

Pay rate and shift pattern:

  • £59,735.88 per annum (Inclusive of Basic rate, shift & disturbance allowance)
  • 40 hours per week, 2 days and 2 nights (4 on / 4 off)
  • 7:00am – 7:00pm & 7:00pm – 7:00am

    What will you be doing as a Mechanical Engineer:

  • Proactive and preventative maintenance
  • Reactive breakdown maintenance
  • Continual improvement projects
  • Ownership and development of specific production line maintenance

    What do you need to qualify:

  • 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
  • Experience of pneumatics, hydraulics, robot and extraction systems is desirable
  • Experience with computerised maintenance management systems and the development of maintenance tasks is desirable 

    What can we offer you:

  • Competitive salary and Allowances  
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays and the opportunity to buy extra holidays
  • Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
  • Free parking and free canteen
  • PPE provided
  • Reward and recognition events
  • Staff Discount

    About Howdens

    Howden Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, offering thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. With over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe, we are the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Our ambitious and credible growth plan builds on last year’s £2.3 billion in sales. Howdens offers a fast-paced, commercial environment with a strong entrepreneurial ethos, competitive salaries, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, making it one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

    How to Apply:

    We are 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, then we are keen to hear from you.

    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 (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you

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