Kindeva Drug Delivery
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
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[Maintenance Engineer] – Kindeva Drug Delivery
About the Role
We’re currently expanding our team of experienced Maintenance Engineers and are seeking a skilled professional to deliver essential maintenance across diverse projects, while expanding your technical expertise through advanced equipment and systems.
In this position, you will perform both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on manufacturing, production, and process equipment, adhering to GMP standards. Flexibility is key as you work to support business demands, ensuring safe operations that meet production schedules. Additionally, you'll collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvements within the value stream.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert-level maintenance support for departmental manufacturing, process, and packaging equipment, including PPM and reactive repairs
- Diagnose faults to minimise downtime of machinery and facilities
- Utilise predictive maintenance tools and techniques to reduce equipment unavailability
- Resolve advanced equipment breakdowns, documenting and presenting solutions to leadership
- Maintain and repair packaging, process, and manufacturing equipment to their validated specifications using fault detection tools
- Demonstrate sound technical fault-finding skills with minimal reliance on manuals
- Ensure all work meets health and safety regulations and regulatory compliance
- Contribute to continuous improvement and efficiency projects, identifying root causes and providing actionable solutions
- Proactively build knowledge of equipment and systems for long-term reliability
- Offer technical advice and solutions for complex equipment issues
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Skills & Experience
- 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or a similar maintenance engineering role
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in engineering or a related discipline
- Strong fault-finding ability, with a proactive problem-solving mindset
- Familiarity with pharmaceutical industry standards and regulatory requirements (advantageous)
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies (helpful)
- Computer proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Key Capabilities
- Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and time management skills
- Enthusiastic, flexible, conscientious, and proactive approach
- Willingness to pursue personal training and development
- Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong verbal and numerical aptitude
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
What We Offer
Remuneration & Pensions
- Competitive compensation (including 27% shift premium and bonus potential)
- Northwest Pensions Scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
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Benefits
- 17 days’ holiday per year (plus bank holidays), with additional service days after 5 years
- Private Medical Insurance
- Company sick pay
- Employee Assistance Program (24/7 confidential support for employees and families)
- Life assurance (covering four times the salary)
- Wellness programs
Support & Development
- Employee recognition program
- Career development opportunities
- On-site parking
- Discount schemes at major retailers (via shopmium cashback)
Work-Life Balance
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Flu vaccinations
- Employee Referral Scheme
Shift & Location Details
- Shift Pattern: 12-hour shifts (06:00–18:15 or 18:00–06:15), averaging 40 hours per week
- Location: Derby Road, Loughborough, UK
- Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK
Kindeva has a bonding mission: to develop skilled team members who help advance lifesaving manufacturing technologies for global patients.
We welcome inclusive candidates who align with our vision of excellence in innovation and patient-focused solutions.
Kindeva does not accept resumes from unauthorised recruitment agencies. All applications should be submitted directly, with valid agreements for staffing referrals.
Kindeva Drug Delivery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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