Company Overview
Ulster Yarns is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ulster Carpets, specializing in the textile manufacturing industry. We are committed to producing high-quality yarns and carpets, leveraging innovative techniques and a skilled workforce.
Job Overview: To contribute to a Planned Preventive Maintenance program for Ulster Yarns to include new machine installation along with set-up, maintenance and repair of a range of textile machinery to ensure maximum production efficiency.
This role will run for 4 x 10 hours shifts (30 mins unpaid break) Sunday to Wednesday weekly. 38 hours per week, overtime available on hours worked over 38 hours per week.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Education: An engineering related qualification or industry gained experience
Experience:
* 3 plus years of experience in maintenance planning or engineering, preference give to candidates with experience in a mill environment/textile industry particularly with carding, spinning and finishing processes
* Experience working with pneumatic equipment
* Experience with new machinery installation
* Ability to recognise, diagnose and correct faults on a range of machinery & equipment
* Technical competence to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
* Communication skills to convey SOPs, fault diagnoses and corrective actions to management, apprentices and colleagues
Technical Skills: Proficiency in planning software, maintenance planning tools, and relevant industry standards.
Leadership and Communication: Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Problem-Solving: Ability to analyse complex problems and develop effective solutions.
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
1. Maintenance Operations:
* Contribute to and implement PPM programmes to minimise reactive downtime.
* Maintain and repair machines in line with the planned and preventative maintenance schedule.
* Ensure that all maintenance tasks are performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies, safety standards, and industry regulations.
* Ensure machine downtime is carefully monitored, managed and reduced as necessary as well as being proactive and responsive to machine breakdowns to minimise impact on production
* Assist with the maintenance and repair of manufacturing equipment, building systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical), and facilities infrastructure.
* Assist with coordinating and supervising contractors carrying out maintenance work or small project works.
* Diagnose and resolve faults, machine emergencies or unplanned problems in a systematic and logical manner
* Work as part of a project team on the installation of new machinery
* Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures for each machine
* Completion of work records for all maintenance activities
2. Asset Management:
* Assist with maintaining an accurate and up to date inventory of all equipment and assets, ensuring spare parts are readily available.
* Conduct regular audits of assets to ensure they are properly maintained and in good working condition.
* Consider a systems approach to manage the day-to-day maintenance activities.
3. Team Support:
* Supervise, train and develop apprentice technicians and other colleagues
* Adopt a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and teamwork within the maintenance department.
4. Safety and Compliance:
* Ensure all maintenance activities comply with Ulster H&S policies, HSENI guidelines and environmental regulations.
* Work in conjunction with the H&S manager to conduct routine safety audits, risk assessments, and training to minimise workplace hazards.
* Assist with the development and enforcement of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for equipment usage and maintenance.
* Organise external statutory inspections.
* Report all safety and maintenance issues to the Manager
5. Continuous Improvement:
* Identify opportunities for improvement in maintenance processes and equipment performance.
* Collaborate with production teams to implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency.
* Improve maintenance response times, reduce downtime, and improve equipment reliability.
* Problem solve one off and recurring issues to implement effective corrective actions
6. Budgets:
* Work within the constraints of budgets to ensure cost-effective procurement of maintenance supplies, parts, and services
* Identify, request and purchase a range of machine parts, fixture and components in line with budget levels
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £18.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 38 per week
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Bereavement leave
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Are you available for the following working hours: Sunday to Wednesday 4 x 10-hour shifts with a 30 minute unpaid break (38 hours) Overtime available on hours worked beyond 38 hours
* Do you have the following experience:
Experience in a mill environment/textile industry particularly with carding, spinning and finishing processes
Experience working with pneumatic equipment
Experience with new machinery installation
Experience:
* maintenance planning or engineering: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person