Automation Technician- 1st shift

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Automation Technician. The role involves supporting industrial machinery and performing routine maintenance tasks. Candidates should have 3-5 years of plant mechanic experience and proficiency in welding/fabrication. The company offers a supportive environment where you can showcase your skills in equipment maintenance and improvements.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of plant mechanic experience required.
• Welding/fabrication experience required.
• Knowledge and experience with safety regulations, e.g., OSHA, MSHA.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on electromechanical packaging machines.
• Evaluate equipment failures and implement improvements.
• Install modifications to equipment as instructed.

Skills

Plant mechanic experience

Welding/fabrication

Electrical experience

Forklift certification

Job description

The Automation Technician position will support Sojo’s industrial machinery as well as warehouse maintenance. This includes performing preventative maintenance and routine troubleshooting on equipment and general facility maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and repairs (M&R) on electromechanical packaging machines, air compressors, tray formers and other related equipment.
• Evaluate equipment failures for root cause and work with manager and coworkers to find better improvements for equipment.
• Install modifications to equipment as instructed by manager.
• Follow PM schedules and procedures, recording all relevant information.
• Install replacement and upgraded equipment on machines.
• Lubricate, clean and service equipment.
• Maintain M&R records as directed.
• Maintains a safe, clean working area.
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of plant mechanic experience required.
• welding/fabrication experience required
• Electrical experience
• Knowledge and experience with safety regulations, ex: OSHA, MSHA
• Forklift certified a plus
• Willingness to put in overtime when necessary to complete a task.
• Ability to work independently/with minimal supervision.
• Possess a sense of urgency and ownership.