Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technicians

Glasgow, Scotland

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Full-time | Permanent

Pulpex is a pioneering fibre packaging company delivering scalable, renewable packaging solutions. Their fibre‑based, first‑of‑its‑kind bottles uses cutting‑edge innovation to drive significant change in the eco‑packaging space.

In the UK, more than 38.5 million plastic bottles are used every day, with approximately 16 million ending up in landfill, being incinerated, or polluting our environment and waterways. The UK's 25-Year Environment Plan aims to double resource productivity and eliminate avoidable plastic waste by 2050. Companies like Pulpex are vital for delivering affordable, scalable solutions that support a more sustainable future for consumer goods and professional products.

As a Maintenance Engineer at Pulpex, you'll play a vital role in keeping their cutting‑edge manufacturing and production lines running efficiently and safely. You'll work hands‑on with mechanical and electrical systems, responding to breakdowns, carrying out preventative maintenance, and supporting ongoing improvement projects.

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on automated production and packaging machinery
• Diagnose faults and perform mechanical and electrical repairs to minimise downtime
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Drive continuous improvement and reliability initiatives across production lines
  
  Collaborate closely with Production and Engineering teams to ensure targets are met safely and efficiently
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with health & safety standards

We're looking for an adaptable, forward‑thinking engineer who enjoys variety, teamwork, and a challenge.

You’ll ideally have:

• Time‑served apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)
• Experience in FMCG, packaging, food, or manufacturing environments
• A proactive attitude towards maintenance and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills

• Be part of a ground breaking sustainability mission with global partners
• Work in a modern, high‑tech facility using the latest automation technology
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits
• Supportive, inclusive, and innovation‑led culture