Engineering Stores person

Engineering Stores person - Glenbervie - May require occasional weekend working

Join our Team at Macphie

Let us introduce ourselves - Macphie, an internationally acclaimed family ingredient manufacturer, proudly situated in the picturesque and tranquil landscapes of Glenbervie in Aberdeenshire with sites in Glasgow, Tannochside, and Midlands too. Our expertise spans across a spectrum of delectable delights, including sauces, bakery creations, and heavenly ice cream toppings. We also cater to the evolving culinary landscape with our plant-based and gluten-free offerings. Trusted partners to some of the globe's leading food brands, we are dedicated to transforming ideas and creativity into tangible, delectable solutions.

About the role

Reporting into the engineering supervisor, the main purpose of this role is to provide the Engineering department with a robust, effective, well stocked Engineering stores area.

You will also liaise with our suppliers and contractors to ensure time delivery of spare parts and consumables. In addition, the post holder will be responsible for upkeep of IFS purchase requisition system, ordering, purchase order creation and distribution and upkeep of relevant paperwork.

Creation and upkeep of a critical spares list will be key in this role.

Health, Safety & Compliance

·       Work at all times in accordance with company Health & Safety policies, procedures, practices, and relevant legislation.

·       Maintain an audit-ready approach, ensuring engineering spares and associated documentation comply with BRC standards.

·       At all times ensure that all internal and external data protection requirements are strictly adhered to within your area of responsibility and that any breach, either direct or observed is reported in line with the Employee Breach Notification Procedure.

Technical Knowledge & Identification

·       Identify engineering materials, including metal types, fittings (e.g. UNF/UNC), and motor/gearbox specifications to support maintenance activities.

Spare Parts Management

·       Ensure adequate stock levels of spare parts and critical spares are maintained.

·       Support the identification of essential spares in collaboration with the Engineering team to minimise downtime.

·       Prepare and kit PM parts in advance to support efficient completion of planned maintenance activities.

·       Coordinate the provision of spares, service kits, and materials for planned shutdowns and major maintenance works.

Systems & Documentation

·       Populate and maintain the engineering spare parts database within the CMMS system (IFS).

·       Ensure accuracy and integrity of all spare parts records and related documentation.

Supplier & Cost Management

·       Drive value for money (VFM) through effective supplier management, including contract pricing and consignment stock arrangements.

·       Create and maintain an up-to-date supplier database.

·       Projects & Continuous Improvement

·       Contribute to project work as specified by Engineering Management.

General Responsibilities

·       Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by Engineering Management.

Experience & Qualifications:

·    Experience in a Stores/Purchasing position

·    Trade Counter background

·    Mechanical/Electrical

Skills & Knowledge:

Essential

·    Strong Communication skills both written and verbal

·    Able to work on own initiative with minimum supervision Monitoring/prioritizing workload to achieve targets

·    High attention to detail

·    Able to organize work to meet quality standards and deadlines. Being able to work as a team

·    Being able to work under pressure

·    Good knowledge of Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Desirable

·    Previous experience in an Engineering store 

·    Engineering qualification

·    Experience in CMMS systems

·    Experience of food manufacturing environment

·    Working Knowledge of HACCP

Indulge in the Sweet Perks of Joining Macphie!

At Macphie, we believe in crafting not only delightful culinary experiences but also providing our team with a recipe for success in their professional lives. Here is a taste of how we'll look after you as part of our Sweet Success:

• Annual Leave: Recharge your batteries with a generous annual leave entitlement of 23 days, plus 9 public holidays, giving you a refreshing total of 32 days to explore, relax, and savour life outside of work.
• Profit-Related Pay (PRP): Your dedication will not go unnoticed! Enjoy conditional PRP, aligning with our company's performance and rewarding your commitment to our shared success.
• Pension Perks: Secure your financial future with our pension enrolment, where you contribute 5%, and we match it with a 3% employer contribution.
• Health and Wellness Buffet: We care about your well-being. Access our Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 GP line, and indulge in our cycle-to-work scheme. Keep your mind and body in top shape with our Leisure Subsidy Scheme and free fruit offerings.
• Eco-Friendly Commute: Embrace sustainable living with our electric car charging stations. Enjoy the convenience of free parking while contributing to a greener planet.
• Lifelong Learning: Cultivate your mind with our company further education scheme and unlock opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Family First: We support your journey into parenthood with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Exclusive Employee Benefits: Revel in exclusive benefits like an education bursary via our employee trust and Funeral Concierge provided by Everest Funeral Concierge Service, a brand-new benefit.
• Beyond Probation: Once you have passed probation over the initial three months, you will then be able to unlock an array of group benefits, including access to our Health cash plan & Westfield Health, permanent health insurance, and 3 x death in service life assurance.

To see all of the Macphie employee benefits please click here.

And now, let us talk about what we need from you:

Like every employer, legally, we require to check and confirm that you have the right to work in the UK. If we offer you a job and you accept, there are some checks that we need to complete before you can start with us. In addition to the above, we will also collect satisfactory employment references.

Additional Information

At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We are not seeking assistance from recruitment agencies for this position. Unsolicited CVs will not be considered.