Production Manager

Maintenance Technician Location: Exeter, Devon

Salary: £45,000 - £47,500 per annum

Shift: Weekly three shift rotation, Monday to Friday (6am 2pm, 2pm 10pm, 10pm 6am alternately)

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

About the Role

Butler Rose is proud to be recruiting for a Maintenance Technician on behalf of a leading employer in Exeter. This is a permanent, full time opportunity offering a choice of shift patterns and a highly competitive salary package.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimise production downtime by fault finding and resolving equipment breakdowns, preventing reoccurrences.
• Perform preventative and planned maintenance on industrial equipment and building infrastructure.
• Use mechanical and electrical drawings and documentation to undertake fault finding and modifications to industrial machines and equipment.
• Contribute to improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment reliability and eliminating recurring faults.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to all company EHS policies.
• Continuously enhance job knowledge through on site experience, training, and development opportunities.

Requirements

• Completion of a time served apprenticeship with a minimum Level 3 qualification (BTEC/City & Guilds or equivalent) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Demonstrated proficiency in industrial maintenance and fault finding on electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems.
• Proven competency in reading and interpreting electrical and/or mechanical diagrams, and fault finding in control panels on industrial systems.
• Experience in PLCs, fabrication, welding, or vacuum technology is advantageous.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with office software applications is an advantage.
• Resilient, resourceful approach with sound judgement and decision making skills.
• Ability to pass a medical assessment, including working at height and in confined spaces.
• Proactive work ethic, strong initiative, and the ability to operate independently within a shift team environment.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV and a covering letter. For more information, contact Butler Rose today.

Multiskilled Maintenance Technician Location: Exeter, Devon

Salary: £45,000 - £47,500 per annum

Shift: Weekly three shift rotation, Monday to Friday (6am 2pm, 2pm 10pm, 10pm 6am alternating)

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

About the Role

Butler Rose is delighted to be recruiting for a Multiskilled Maintenance Technician on behalf of a leading employer in the Exeter area. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward thinking maintenance team in a permanent, full time role with a structured shift pattern and excellent salary.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimise production downtime by troubleshooting breakdowns and preventing reoccurrences.
• Work with electrical and mechanical drawings and documentation to undertake fault finding and modification of plant and equipment.
• Use a Maintenance Management System to carry out preventative and planned maintenance work.
• Contribute to improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment reliability and reducing recurring issues.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to all company EHS policies.
• Continuously enhance job knowledge through training and development opportunities.
• Perform electrical and mechanical work, including fabrication, welding, and minor electrical installation as required.

Requirements

• Completion of a time served apprenticeship with a minimum Level 3 qualification (BTEC/City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Recent experience demonstrating multiskilled proficiency in electrical, pneumatic/hydraulic systems, fabrication, and welding.
• Experience in vacuum technology is advantageous but not essential.
• Proven competency in reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical diagrams, as well as troubleshooting control panels.
• Ability to pass a medical assessment, including working at height and in confined spaces.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with office software applications.
• Resilient, resourceful approach with sound judgement and decision making skills.
• Proactive work ethic, strong initiative, and the ability to operate independently within a shift team environment.
• Candidates who are single skilled (Industrial Electrician or Mechanical Fitter) with relevant experience will also be considered.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV and a covering letter. For more information, contact Butler Rose today.

Maintenance Engineer - Industry Leading Manufacturer Salary: Up to £42,600 (including shift premium)

Shift Pattern: Monday Friday 06 00 and 14 00 (Alternating Shift)

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

The Role

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of production. You'll be responsible for equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs, helping to reduce downtime and keep operations running at peak performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and inspections on machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults.
• Implement and improve preventative maintenance schedules.
• Work closely with production teams to maximise equipment efficiency.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance work.
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with H&S standards.
• Support the installation and commissioning of new machinery.
• Provide guidance and training to colleagues on equipment use and best practice.

What We're Looking For

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in a Maintenance Engineer role (or similar).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems/software.
• Excellent problem solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Confident communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and participate in on call rotation.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive salary - up to £42,600 (including shift premium).
• 33 days annual leave.
• Enhanced pension contributions.
• Work with cutting edge equipment in a forward thinking organisation.
• Join a team where your expertise makes a real difference.

Quality Manager - Plymouth Salary: Up to £55,000 + Benefits

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time (Monday Friday)

About the Role

Butler Rose are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a highly respected and long established Plymouth manufacturer. This is an outstanding opportunity for a forward thinking Quality Manager to take a leading role in shaping and driving quality standards across the business.

The Role

You will be the driving force behind the company's quality agenda, spearheading initiatives that support excellence, growth, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining and evolving Quality Management Systems in line with key accreditations (ISO 9001, etc).
• Leading quality improvement projects, embedding best practice methodologies and reducing defects.
• Planning and delivering internal audits, tracking performance, and ensuring relevant KPIs remain meaningful and up to date.
• Hosting inspections and working closely with customers and internal teams to ensure standards and expectations are met.
• Training and coaching colleagues in quality principles, tools, and best practice.
• Overseeing inspection teams, ensuring robust documentation, traceability, and measured performance.

About You

You're a confident communicator and natural leader, with a passion for quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree level education and Six Sigma Green Belt (or above).
• Strong ICT capability and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Proven experience using quality tools such as FMEA, APQP, FAIR, PPAP, 5 Whys, and 8D.
• Deep knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
• Experience with measurement instrumentation (CMM, Profile Projector, Micrometers, etc.).
• Exceptional attention to detail, organisational prowess, and strong communication skills.

What's on Offer

• Up to £55,000 (including benefits).
• Permanent, full time role (Monday Friday).
• Excellent career progression and supported professional development.
• The opportunity to make a real impact within a well respected and growing business.

Technical Manager - Food Manufacturing (East Devon) Salary: £45,000 per annum

Shift: Monday to Friday, or Monday to Thursday (condensed hours)

Overtime: Paid extra for any hours above contracted hours

About the Role

Butler Rose are delighted to have been exclusively appointed for our client, a highly regarded and award winning food manufacturer based in the East Devon area, to support with the recruitment of a Technical Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the site's technical and quality management systems.
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