My job
We are looking for a Production Technician to join our team in Pilgrim's Europe - Moy Park at our Ballymena site.
The IT Factory Support Technicians primary role is to provide 1st/2nd Level operational support to the Production floor, providing general IT and Systems related IT support.
The role requires a proactive approach to corrective maintenance in a high-speed food manufacturing environment, alongside preventative maintenance and planned work.
While the primary operational focus is the re-instatement of services/systems, the emphasis is to provide quality and long-term solutions as part of the continuous improvement in support of the business.
The role covers a wide variety of systems and services to the Factory in a 24/7 environment and requires a high level of professionalism and commitment, good time management and the ability to complete planned activities alongside incident management.
Key Responsibilities: Provide 1st and 2nd Level IT support to all factory/production operations, utilising an IT/IS system, to ensure the IT operational capability of the factory is maintained at the required levels.
Provide 1st Level support to business IT and IT infrastructure during evenings and weekends (while on shift).
Use of the group IT helpdesk system, taking ownership and managing calls.
Program, update and carryout IT-level repair of Labellers, Ink Jet Coders, Printing Devices (various Production/Label Printing Devices), Check Weighers, Graders and Production Scales.
Design and produce Labels, in support of the Technical Department and Quality Control/Assurance, to deliver quality Product Labels to the Production Lines.
Manage Product Data for Production Systems that require manually updating and are not maintained by the Technical Team.
Provide support to 3rd Level IT, including external Maintenance/Support.
Capture and Record faults in support of the Service Desk Function, assisting with identifying root causes and trends (rather than quick fixes).
Communicate faults and escalate effectively to enable Production Managers to make timely and accurate decisions.
Contribute to Label control and management.
Contribute to training and training documentation, in support of the Site Training Team.
Provide a proactive approach to understanding the systems aligned to business processes and requirements
Develop knowledge and skills, including technical skills, for systems and processes, through formal training provided by the business. Proactive approach in understanding the business and systems being supported.
Any other duties that may be required, in support of the team and the business
Key Information: Competitive hourly rate of pay
Opportunity to develop within a supportive team environment
Full training and progression opportunities
Work Pattern:
Working hours are Monday - Friday 07:00am - 3:30pm.
Essential Criteria: General aptitude for IT/IS and the ability to learn and follow troubleshooting procedures.
Good understanding of networks.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
Good level of ability and competence in regard to technical problem solving/or ability to demonstrate experience of a systems approach to fault finding.
Ability to use initiative in assessing, identifying, and communicating opportunities for efficiency and improvement.
Good Communication Skills, verbal and written and be able to demonstrate the ability to liaise in a professional manner with cross- functional teams and non-technical end users.
Ability to work on own initiative while working within a strategy or under direction
Effective in the management of Customer/Staff expectations.
Self-motivated team player with the ability to contribute effectively as part of a small IT Support Team. (focus on Quality of Services)
A flexible attitude and commitment to provide support
Full valid UK Driving Licence
Ability to speak, read and write in English
Desirable Criteria: Proven experience of IT support within a FMCG environment/ food production would be advantageous.
Experience with specific equipment and technologies would be an advantage -
Label Printers
Check Weighers
Marel Graders
Ink Jet Coders
Dimaco Vision System
Innova
GCSE (grade C or above), or equivalent in ICT
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today and join our friendly team!
The company
Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.
Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.
Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.
What we'll bring to the table
Competitive Salary
Competitive Holiday Entitlement
Pension Contribution
Family Friendly Policies
Learning and Development Opportunities
Life Assurance
People matter
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Our values
Determination
Simplicity
Availability
Humility
Discipline
Sincerity
Ownership
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