Automation Technician- 2nd shift

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industrial sector is seeking an Automation Technician for their 2nd shift team in Bristol. The role involves maintaining and repairing machinery, ensuring safety, and improving equipment performance. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical and electrical skills, with at least 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of plant mechanic experience required.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Willingness to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on electromechanical packaging machines.
• Evaluate equipment failures and implement improvements.
• Maintain accurate M&R records.

Skills

Electrical experience

Welding/fabrication

Knowledge of safety regulations

Ability to work independently

Sense of urgency

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

The Automation Technician- 2nd shift 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.

Position Essential Functions 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

Qualification

• Valid Driver's License.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of plant mechanic experience required.
• Stick 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.