Engineering Technician

Jackie Kerr Recruitment Ltd; Bedlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Engineering Technician to join a dynamic team in Bedlington, UK. The ideal candidate will possess a strong interest in mechanical and electronic engineering and should be working towards a relevant qualification. Responsibilities include gaining knowledge of production processes, improving efficiency, and maintaining documentation. Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Possess or working towards HNC/HND in engineering/science/technical discipline.
• Strong interest in mechanical, electronic or production engineering.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Gain and maintain detailed knowledge of the production process and equipment.
• Participate in the introduction of new parts including equipment, tooling and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve yield or manufacturing efficiency.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

HNC/HND in engineering/science/technical discipline

Job description

Our client is a leader in their field are recruiting for a Engineering Technician to join their growing team!

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Gain and maintain detailed knowledge of the production process and equipment
• Participate in the introduction of new parts including equipment, tooling and procedures
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve yield or manufacturing efficiency and to instigate and lead continuous improvement activities
• Responding to line stops, taking the required actions to restart production in a timely manner
• Update and maintain manufacturing documentation, including operator instructions, inspection standards, etc
• Assist in commissioning and validation of new equipment
• Assist in 8D investigations for either external or internal non-conformity

Ideal Candidate:

• Possess or be working towards HNC/HND in an engineering/science/technical discipline or demonstratable equivalent experience (desirable)
• A strong interest in mechanical, electronic or production engineering (desirable)
• IT skills (desirable)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively at all levels
• Careful attention to detail
• Work effectively as part of a team, as well as on own initiative
• Keen to learn new skills
• Have a strong technical bias
• Demonstrate behaviours in line with our company values