Job Reference: JO0000001799
Job Duration:
Start date: ASAP
Description:
Maintenance Technician
Swansea
£37980.00
The Company
This Swansea based manufacturer of packaging used in the FMCG sector are currently looking for a Maintenance Technician to join the Engineering and Maintenance team.
The Role
This is a permanent full time position working a 40 hour week. The successful applicant will work Monday - Friday on rotating shifts 6AM - 2PM, 2PM - 10PM, 10PM - 6AM.
The role will have a focus on Mechanical repairs and maintenance but basic electrical knowledge and experience is also required. Duties will include
* Undertake Planned Maintenance schedules and machine breakdown repairs
* Utilise the maintenance software package to record engineering data
* Undertake repairs to generalsite, buildings and supporting plant
* Work closely with the Production department to improve up time, reliability and efficiency's
* Undertake installation work for new products, processes and equipment
* Assist the Shift Supervisor in providing information for technical and incident reports
* Provide holiday and sickness cover for shift colleagues
* Ensure you proactively maintain your levels of training and competency and organise courses as appropriate to fulfil completion of work tasks
* Assist with the preparation of all appropriate Safe Systems of Work and Risk Assessments
* Ensure all equipment, tools and PPEare adequately maintained
* Pro-actively support the business by offering advice and suggestions for improvement opportunitieswhere appropriate
* Work closely with all facets of Engineering to provide timely solutions to process issues
* Support inthe development of skills to team members and other departments
* Engage in site projects from concept to completion, attending meetings providing supporting data and advice
* Maintaining records as appropriate/required
* Compliance with all H&Spolicies and procedures.
* Promoting an awareness of everyone's Health, Safety & Environmental responsibilities.
* Support Engineering Manager in completion and review of Risk Assessments
* Manage Contractors & Supplier in line with the Company Procedures
* Follow the company Standard Operating Procedures
* Ensuring that all hazards, risks and Incidents are reported and that corrective actions are completed
* Assisting and participating in incident investigations
* Maintain a high level of housekeeping & hygiene in accordance with the company's policies
* Ensure that at all times relevant HSE guidelines are adhered to, undertaking compliance audits; pro-actively driving Near Miss and unsafe act/conditions reporting
* Attending HSE meetings as required
* Attending appropriate training courses as required
Requirements
* The jobholder will ideally be a time-served apprentice, with a minimum of HNC engineering qualification, or relevant experience.
* He/she willhave had at and have a comprehensive knowledge of mechanical engineering and basic electrical, as well as manufacturing processes
* The ideal candidate will have the 18th edition electrical C&G certificate or be willing to complete the course
* PLCsystems knowledge required Omron, Allen Bradley, Siemens S5/S7 (not essential)
* Experience in metal printing processes wouldbe advantageous
* Knowledge of Food Safety & Hygiene Requirements
* Ability to work effectively as part of a small teamor on own initiative
* Able to interpret and follow company procedures
* Attention to detail
* Communicate effectively atall levels within the organisation
* Customer focus; be aware of customer requirements.
* Desire for self-development and learning through practical experience, classroom training and coaching.
* Flexible working (Short Notice, other lines or otherdepartments)
* Good mechanical engineering understanding
* Results driven
* Self-motivated and able to use initiative in prioritising tasks.
* Strong Problem-Solving / Fault Finding skills
* Strong team working skills
* The willingness to sharegood ideas and learn from others
In Return
Opportunity to join a well respected and established organisation offering a Monday - Friday position.
Offering a good salary plus excellent overtime rates and benefits. For more information contactKim Simpson of Work Wales for a confidential discussion.
Industry: Engineering
Salary: Up to £37980 per annum + Plus Benefits
Salary Benefits: Plus Benefits
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Job Skills: -
Contact Name: Kim Simpson
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