Maintenance Engineer

Magna International, Inc.; Telford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive manufacturer in Telford is seeking a skilled maintenance technician responsible for the overall maintenance of equipment and facilities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background and be capable of undertaking continuous improvement initiatives. This role involves working in a dynamic environment with opportunities for personal development and career progression.

Benefits

Engaging and dynamic work environment

Support and resources for employee development

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Experience with die casting machines and related equipment is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment availability aligns with targets.
• Conduct root cause analysis on breakdowns.
• Apply 5S methodology in the workplace.
• Support management with ad-hoc projects.
• Promote HSE policies within the team.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team player

Experience in fault finding

Multi-skilling willingness

5S experience

Education

Time served apprentice in mechanical or electrical engineering

C & G craft qualification / NVQ level 3

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance & Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for the overall maintenance of plant equipment and facilities ensuring the smooth running of the plant and limit impact on customer demand. Please note this role is a 3 shift rotation.

Responsibilities

• To ensure equipment availability is in line with departmental targets.
• To engage in root cause analysis of repeat/major breakdowns and provide reports with suggested improvements.
• To engineer out previous issues following a continuous improvement mindset & methodology.
• To facilitate the PM schedules and make recommendations for improvement.
• To support the internal customers with technical issues including non-breakdown.
• To ensure health, safety and environmental procedures are followed during maintenance activities.
• To maintain and improve the equipment so quality is built in.
• Attend training when required and adhere to CCUK and Magna standards.
• To apply 5S methodology in work area and wider factory.
• To align to departmental and company goals.
• To support management with ad-hoc projects as and when required.
• Promote the company's HSE policies across the department and plant and adhere to all health and safety environmental requirements.

Qualifications

• Time served apprentice in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum C & G craft qualification / NVQ level 3 qualification in related discipline or equivalent.
• Willingness to multi-skill.
• Experience in fault finding from electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and/or hydraulic schematics.
• Proficient in Microsoft (especially Word, Excel, Power Point).
• To be able to communicate technical issues to non-technical staff.
• 5S experience.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Desirable Experience

• Qualification in both electrical & mechanical discipline.
• Educated to HNC/HND in related discipline.
• Experience within the castings sector.
• Health and safety accreditation.
• Experience of tier 1 automotive supply.
• Experience with die casting machines, furnaces, hydraulic presses, conveyors, assembly cells, ABB robots, Siemens PLCs, CNCs, etc.

Personal Attributes

• Good problem-solving skills.
• Team player and promotes a team approach to problem solving.
• Confidence to challenge the status quo.
• Target driven.
• Work collaboratively to achieve project/company goals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communicator both written and verbally.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Organised and able to multi-task.
• Proactive in approach with a "can do attitude".
• Valid driving licence.

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.