Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical device manufacturing is seeking a Maintenance Technician for their Kings Lynn site. The role involves ensuring the smooth operation of moulding, assembly, and packaging systems, with responsibilities including repairs, maintenance, and training. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employer contribution of 8% to pension scheme

Private medical and dental insurance

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience as a Maintenance Engineer or Service Technician.
• Knowledge of machine control systems and automation.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain moulding, assembly, and packaging systems.
• Perform reactive repairs and root cause investigations.
• Schedule and execute preventative maintenance.

Skills

Knowledge of statistical control systems

Experience with machine control systems

Familiarity with vision systems

Education

Completed engineering or mechanical/electrical trade apprenticeship

Level 3 engineering, HNC, or equivalent apprenticeship

Tools

PLC

HMI

Pneumatics

Job description

Bespak is seeking a multi-skilled Maintenance Technician for our Kings Lynn site, PE30 2JJ. The salary range is £41,000-£46,000, including shift premiums. Our benefits include 28 days leave plus bank holidays, an 8% company pension contribution, onsite parking, medical/dental/health/life insurance, and a discretionary annual bonus, paid annually since 2020. The working pattern is Monday to Friday, alternating weekly shifts from 6am to 2:30pm and 2pm to 10:30pm.

Job Overview

As a Maintenance Technician, you will ensure our moulding, assembly, and packaging systems operate smoothly and safely. Your responsibilities include reactive repairs, scheduled maintenance, training manufacturing teams, and proposing process improvements.

Equipment and Environment

You will work on diverse equipment, mainly cam-driven assembly systems and injection moulding machines (50t-300t) with automation, directly impacting production efficiency. We operate in a pharmaceutical CDMO environment, producing medical devices such as inhalers, in a temperature-controlled, safe, and clean setting.

Key Responsibilities

1. Repair and maintain moulding, assembly, and packaging systems.
2. Perform reactive repairs and root cause investigations.
3. Schedule and execute preventative maintenance.
4. Provide maintenance training and technical advice.
5. Assist with equipment installation and validation.
6. Identify and support process improvements and procedural changes.

Qualifications and Skills

• Completed engineering or mechanical/electrical trade apprenticeship.
• Knowledge of statistical control systems and diagrams.
• Level 3 engineering, HNC, or equivalent apprenticeship.
• Experience with machine control systems, PLC, ASI, HMI, pneumatics.
• Familiarity with vision systems, pneumatics, printer/laser marking systems.
• Experience as a Maintenance Engineer, Service Technician, Mechanical/Electrical Engineer, Plant Technician, or recent Maintenance Apprenticeship in manufacturing.

Additional Benefits

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Employer contribution of 8% to a 3% employee pension scheme.
• Private medical and dental insurance.
• Permanent health insurance, group life assurance, and other wellness programs.
• Free parking and recognition awards.

Location and Community

Kings Lynn offers rich history, excellent transport links to Cambridge and London, proximity to Norfolk coast, and amenities including schools, healthcare, and shopping. The town supports a balanced lifestyle with flexible working arrangements and values inclusivity and sustainability, aiming for net-zero carbon and ISO certifications.

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