Responsibilities:
The position is based in a high volume production plant. You will be responsible to ensure that production machinery / equipment is achieving maximum efficiency. You will be responsible for reactive breakdown repairs and adhere to the planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedule. You will also be responsible for the fault diagnosis and repair of a wide variety of electro – mechanical systems including hydraulics, conveyors, mono rail bag system, LP steam, water softeners, LP air compressors and associated systems, pumps, 3 phase 440V supplies, 230V single phase supplies, industrial ironers, dryers, pneumatics, hydraulics, motors, press machines, steam systems, drives, belts, piping systems, high volume production equipment, electrical / mechanical machinery along with other associated plant. You will be a hands-on™ Multi-Skilled Engineer and be able to apply your previous engineering background and experience to achieve the very highest levels of plant maintenance. Reporting to the Engineering Manager or the General Manager, you will be self-motivated and innovative in approach. Capable of working within a proactive team and be committed to planned preventative maintenance and the highest standards of Health & Safety.
Applicant Requirements:
- Hold a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship and relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering. - Must be willing to work shifts; Earlies, Lates and Nights along with a Saturday rota. - Required to respond to reactive machine breakdowns. - Assist in creating a safe and healthy working environment. - Ensure that machinery and equipment are maintained to achieve maximum efficiency and comply with all Health & Safety Requirements. - To adhere to a preventative planned maintenance programme, covering equipment and services as laid down in the company procedures. - Liaise with Senior Engineers, General Manger, Production Managers and Production staff as necessary. - Ensure quality standards are maintained. - Update maintenance log. - Proven knowledge of fault finding and diagnosis. - Good communication skills. - Team Player - Good organisational skills. - Electrical / Mechanical engineering skills.