Maintenance Technician - Mechanical

Verdant Specialty Solutions, Inc.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as part of the Maintenance team, ensuring the operation of a top-tier facility. In this role, you'll provide mechanical maintenance support, perform both reactive and planned maintenance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you'll apply your technical skills to minimize downtime and enhance operational integrity. This innovative firm offers a competitive salary, a bonus scheme, and a supportive environment for continuous training and development. If you're passionate about mechanical systems and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus Scheme

Pension

Life Assurance

25 Days Holiday + Statutory

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

On Site Free Parking

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments, preferably automotive.
• Ability to perform effective diagnosis of breakdowns and timely repairs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive and planned maintenance work in a team.
• Document breakdowns and identify root causes to resolve recurring issues.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Problem Diagnosis

Lean Manufacturing Techniques

Health & Safety Legislation

Education

Mechanical Engineering Training

Background in Chemical Manufacturing

Tools

Quality Control Tools

Job description

Work as part of the Maintenance team to ensure the top-tier COMAH site operates in a safe and productive manner. Maintain and repair Mechanical systems and equipment. Assist in actions for continuous improvement. Be flexible in your approach to duties in accordance with the requirements of the business.

Provide practical and technical Mechanical maintenance support to ensure the integrity and operability of all company operating facilities.

Carry out both reactive and planned maintenance work, working part of a small team across one plant.

Provide accurate updates on the progress of the works daily.

Ensure all work is executed to the agreed maintenance plan.

Apply specific technical skills as required to support expediting issues quickly to minimise downtime

Undertake continuous training and development.

Carry out work in line with instructions from approved risk assessments.

Understand and work in accordance with the company’s quality requirements.

Perform effective diagnosis of breakdowns and timely repair of equipment to maximise availability.

Perform scheduled planned preventative maintenance in accordance with minimised unplanned downtime.

Report any damage or replacement needs of maintenance tools, equipment and spares.

Document breakdowns, identifying root cause and remedial action to help identify and resolve recurring issues.

Understand and maintain high standards of tidiness and organisation in line with good 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardise, Sustain) practice.

Understand and work in accordance with mandatory requirements of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.

Mechanical trained and experienced, a background in chemical manufacturing would be advantageous.

Substantial experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, preferably automotive

Commercial understanding of the impact of failure/downtime on production and ultimately customer delivery

Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques and recognised QC (Quality Control) tools

Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation

Working hours: Monday to Thursday 7.30am - 4pm, and Fridays 7.30am - 3.00pm. Participation on the 'On-call' rota every one in four weeks is required, with a 2hour response to call-outs for critical Production / Safety incidents only

Competitive salary with bonus scheme
Pension
Life Assurance
25 Days Holiday + Statutory
Private Medial Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
On Site Free Parking