Overall Purpose
To provide electrical support to ensure that the manufacturing process, facilities and services are managed and maintained to a high standard.
Key Duties
* Perform routine and preventive maintenance of production equipment to ensure a reliable manufacturing process.
* Perform calibration validition and corrections on equipment such as load cells and temperature controllers.
* Diagnose and repair electrical faults on production machinery and supporting equipment.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies, including but not limited to permits to work, pre-work risk assessment and method statements, LOTO, ATEX.
* Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment.
* Provide technical support and training to junior technicians and apprentices.
* Provide engineering support to the production process when required in order to improve machine output and rectify processing issues.
* Work alongisde the on-site project department to develop new/improved electrical control systems.
Some of the core skills/knowledge
* Familiarity with PLCs (Siemens preferably) is essential to aid in the diagnosis process.
* Experience with AC/DC drives (primarily Siemens & ABB predominatley).
* Kowledge/experience of Tension control systems.
* Bus network systems (Profibus, Profinet).
* Strong technical knowledge of electrical circuits, with the ability to read and understand electrical drawings.
* Collaborate with the engineering team to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
* Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs, using a CMMS system.
Key Requirements
* Completed Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
* HNC (Higher National Certificate) in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
* Proven experience in fault finding and troubleshooting on PLC systems, ideally Siemens.
* Strong understanding of electrical systems, schematics, and technical drawings.
* Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
The Package
* Circa 55,000 per annum inclusive of shift allowance.
* Continental 24-7 shift pattern of days/nights, one week working 60 hrs(5 12 hour shifts, 2 days break in between), the next week only working only 24 hours(2 12 hour shifts) on rotation.
* Generous Annual Leave allowance in addition to Company Christmas Days.
* Company Pension Scheme.
* Life Assurance.
* Subsidised Canteen.
* Onsite Occupational Health.
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