Overview
Having ramped up manufacturing activities at their brand-new Milton Keynes facility, I am looking for a highly motivated Engineering Technician (Electrical Bias) to help keep my clients advanced production lines running at their best. While the role will have a strong electrical focus covering fault finding, repair, and optimisation you'll also provide support on the mechanical side to ensure all aspects of our equipment operate smoothly.
Responsibilities
* Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of equipment, diagnosing and troubleshooting issues to identify and repair faulty components, keeping traceability records around work performed.
* Respond to emergency situations, such as equipment failures and apply quick and effective solutions.
* Implement preventive measures to avoid recurring problems and minimise future downtime, collaborating with automation partners where appropriate.
* Support during factory acceptance tests with some travel to Europe potentially required (SATs) and installation activities during site setup.
* Provide training and support to operators and other staff on equipment operation and maintenance.
* Manage spare parts inventory to ensure availability for repairs and maintenance, identifying and ordering necessary replacements.
* Provide input and feedback on potential improvements to existing systems, collaborating closely with the Automation Engineering function to optimise equipment and implement new technologies to improve efficiency and performance.
* Ensure that all work is carried out in compliance with health and safety regulations, identifying and addressing potential safety hazards.
* Monday to Friday 06:00-14:30 and 13:30-22:00 rotating.
Profile
* Hands-on Maintenance Engineer, with an engineering background and at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.
* A minimum of an NVQ Level 3 qualification in Electrical Maintenance or Electrical Engineering is essential, such as a BTEC in Electrical Engineering or City & Guilds certification.
* Proven experience of maintaining and optimising automated manufacturing equipment within a factory environment, from installation and commissioning, through to running and performance improvements.
* Proficient in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems, using initiative to solve breakdowns and optimise equipment.
* Experience using a computerised maintenance management system (CMMS) and preferably knowledge of maintenance requirements within regulated environments operating to recognised food safety or pharmaceutical standards (e.g. BRC).
* Strong communication and collaboration skills across Production, Engineering and Operations teams.
* A passion for change and continuous improvement.
Job Offer
Up to £55,000
30 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Pension Scheme
Extensive further benefits (e.g. Gym Membership etc.)
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