Mechanical Craftsman

Knauf Insulation UK; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction materials is seeking a Mechanical Craftsman for a permanent role in Cwmbran. The role involves maximizing plant efficiency through effective maintenance and safety practices. Ideal candidates will possess relevant experience and qualifications, and the company offers competitive benefits including sick pay and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

16 weeks Company Sick Pay after 3 months of service

Group Income Protection

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption packages

Life Assurance – 4 x annual salary

Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

Staff Bonus Scheme

Career Progression Routes

Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Access to Costco Membership

On site Gyms

Wellbeing Initiatives and Mental Health First Aiders

Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

On site Car Charging Points

Qualifications

• Experience of mechanical maintenance in a heavy, continuous manufacturing process.
• Knowledge of materials handling, Pneumatics, Hydraulic, and Sub-Assembly builds.

Responsibilities

• Maximize operating efficiency of the plant.
• Responsible for mechanical maintenance routines.
• Engage in plant continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Communication Skills

Safety Awareness

Education

Time served apprentice

ONC / HNC qualifications

Tools

SAP PM

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Craftsman - Permanent Opportunity

Days: Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:00

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within Knauf Insulation in the Engineering Team could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us. We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment

Knauf Insulation is proud to be part of the Knauf Group. ….. To learn more about the business, click here.

Can you say ‘yes’?...

• Do you treat your colleagues with respect?
• Do you act with safety as a priority?
• Do you enjoying sharing your knowledge and experience with others?
• Do you have enjoy working in a busy Engineering environment?

As a Mechanical Craftsman, you will maximise the operating efficiency of the plant whilst maintaining plant assets.

What you’ll be doing…

• Be responsible for Mechanical Maintenance for all process and ancillary support equipment and services, to maximize area Plant availability and Production capability.
• Help co-ordinate the maintenance activities within a specified area of the plant.
• Work in close liaison with supervisors and managers.
• Allocate parts and priorities work, to maximize effectiveness of engineering resources.
• Responsible for regular testing and maintenance of all mechanical services and associated standby equipment providing Process and Plant Protection.
• Improve the net operating efficiency of the designated area of the plant.
• Take a proactive approach to spare part asset management.
• Enforce safe working practices to ensure that all activities are carried out in a safe manner. Provide and maintain a safe working environment.
• Responsible for execution of mechanical maintenance routines for the designated areas.
• Ensure that spare parts are correctly stocked and appropriate.
• Generate and implement (where applicable) innovations in the area.
• Engage in plant C.I Activities

What we’d love for you to have:

We are interested in you as a person, your attitude, behaviours, and values. If you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you.

If you have any of the following – this would be an added advantage:

• Experience of mechanical maintenance in a heavy, continuous manufacturing process

• Time served apprentice or ONC / HNC qualifications

• Knowledge of materials handling, Pneumatics, Hydraulic and Sub-Assembly builds.

• Proven effective management and communication skills

• Preferably knowledge of SAP PM

We'll provide:

• 16 weeks Company Sick Pay after 3 months of service
• Group Income Protection
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption packages
• Life Assurance – 4 x annual salary
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
• Staff Bonus Scheme
• Career Progression Routes
• Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured
• Westfield Health Cash Plan
• Perkbox
• Access to Costco Membership
• Wickes Employee Purchase Scheme
• On site Gyms
• Wellbeing Initiatives and Mental Health First Aiders
• Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On site Car Charging Points

What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process, so we will reply to your application ASAP.