Job Description
Our client, a leading food manufacturer is currently looking for an Maintenance Technician to join their team. Benefits of the role: Pension Scheme Wellness Programme Onsite Health Checks Marriage/ Civil Ceremony Leave Onsite Parking Dedicated to continuous employee growth Long Service Programme Discounted Health, Life, Travel & Motor Insurance Key Responsibilities: Provide maintenance support to the production facility Carry out wiring installation and commissioning of plant / equipment & trouble shooting on plant and equipment Perform scheduled and unplanned maintenance of plant equipment Carry out facility checks which includes meter readings, reports and resolving discrepancies within Electrical and Mechanical troubleshooting & electro-mechanical repairs to a PLC controlled plant Work with equipment suppliers on new equipment and installations and modifications Contribute to the efficiency of the operation by maximising up time of machinery Minimise downtime in production and utility areas Manage on site contractors including permits and induction Participate in continuous improvement initiatives as appropriate (e.g.) projects, Lean etc. Troubleshoot using PLC Programs/wiring diagrams etc. Adheres to all site policies on quality and safety (e.g.) clean overalls, clean work boots, hair nets, hearing protection, hand washing etc. Technical support for all the plant facilities and services, including compressed air & refrigeration Fully support the maintenance, shift cover, phone support & call out Carry out maintenance work orders and requests in a timely and safe manner while maintaining adherence to GMP Assist the health & safety team in carrying out risk assessments of new & existing machine and ensuring training is rolled out to the Maintenance Team Qualifications/ Skills/ Experience: A relevant third level qualification in Engineering or time-served Electrician or fitter (Electrical/ Mechanical Qualification/ Mechanical Experience) Minimum of 3 years experience in a maintenance role, planned and reactive maintenance skills Experience in a similar maintenance role within an FMCG industrial plant (food production environment) Experience of machine control diagnostics would be beneficial to your application, as would strong industrial mechanical service and repair skills Identify & execute machine / line improvement projects Have experience of a wide range of Electrical Control Systems, temperature, and PLC/PC Controlled Systems Instrumentation and programming Excellent awareness and experience in relation to Quality, Health, and Safety Computer skills and basic usage of excel inputting Qualified Electrician - Have a recognised apprenticeship in the electrical, electronic or machine control diagnostics field Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines Should have good verbal and written communication skills Demonstrate a logical approach to problem solving Has a can do attitude Interested? Wed love to hear from you. Please click apply now to submit your CV to Joanne Bourke for immediate review or call for more information! At Quorum Search Partners we respect your privacy. Your CV is sent to us in complete confidence and will never be forwarded to a third party without your consent. Skills: Maintenance Technician Benefits: Pension Scheme Onsite Health Checks Onsite Parking