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Location: Barnstaple, England, United Kingdom
About Us
We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.
The Role
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will work closely with the operations team, to ensure that machinery downtime is kept to a minimum and that all preventative maintenance is conducted in advance to avoid production disruption.
Responsible for developing, and improving electrical systems, equipment, and processes within the manufacturing environment. Troubleshooting electrical issues, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and product quality.
Responsibilities
* Implement electrical systems, control panels, and automation solutions for manufacturing equipment.
* Troubleshoot, maintain, and improve electrical equipment and systems.
* Provide technical support for root cause analysis and corrective actions.
* Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, reliability, and quality of manufacturing processes.
* Undertake PPMs on equipment.
* Liaise with the Engineering Manager to ensure the supply of appropriate parts.
* Minimise the amount of downtime suffered by the site following machine breakdowns.
* Provide key 'process control' fault finding, code diagnosis and general all-round PLC.
* Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies for continuous improvement.
* Drive Root Cause Analysis and strive to prevent re-occurrence with counter measures.
* Ensure all electrical systems comply with industry standards.
* Support safety audits, risk assessments, and preventive maintenance programs.
* Support capital projects related to electrical systems, automation, and manufacturing equipment.
* Prepare technical documentation, schematics, and reports for projects.
Benefits
* Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* 24/7 confidential support for you and your family.
* Flexible working options and family-friendly policies.
* Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer).
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.
Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.
We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
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