Mould Repair Fitter

Ardagh Group; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company based in Barnsley is looking for a skilled technician to repair and maintain glass bottle mould equipment. This role requires a formal engineering qualification along with experience in CNC operation and bench fitting techniques. Responsibilities include ensuring the equipment meets specifications, adhering to health and safety standards, and performing precision checks. The position offers a salary ranging from £34,689 to £37,253, along with a pension scheme and health benefits.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

AXA Healthcare

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Time served apprenticeship with a formal engineering qualification.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Keen eye for detail, capable of working to tight tolerances (+/-0.03mm).

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain glass bottle mould equipment to specifications.
• Comply with health and safety procedures.
• Modify and repair mould equipment using various techniques.

Skills

CNC operation

Bench fitting techniques

Precision measuring

Problem-solving

Education

Formal engineering qualification (Mechanical/manufacturing engineering)

Tools

Air tools

Files

Grinding machines

Job description

Role description

Repair and maintain glass bottle mould equipment to specifications to ensure that mould equipment meets production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Company Health and Safety Procedures to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and those around you.
• Follow the departments working procedures and practices.
• Repair damaged and worn mould equipment to a high standard using various engineering techniques such as spray welding, polishing, grinding, filing and machining.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to ensure the repaired equipment meet the required specification.
• Modify mould equipment to maintain quality standards.
• Carry out checks on mould equipment using visual and precision measuring techniques to ensure that specifications are complied with.
• Record daily work carried out on job sheets to provide an accurate reference point.
• Monitor housekeeping in accordance with Company Hygiene Rules.

Qualifications

• Time served apprenticeship with a formal engineering qualification (Mechanical/manufacturing engineering).
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in operating CNC and manual lathes.
• Good understanding of bench fitting techniques and the use of hand tools (air tools, files, grinders etc).
• Competent and reading and understanding engineering drawings.
• Competent in the use and reading of precision measuring equipment such as micrometres.
• Keen eye for detail and experience working to tight tolerances (+/-0.03mm).
• Experience working with metals such as Cast Iron, Bronze and Nickle.
• Ability to work independently and problem solve.
• Positive attitude and flexible approach towards teamwork and learning new roles.

What we offer

• Salary based on Grade 6 of the harmonised pay scales. Salary min £34,689 - £37,253 max.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions.
• Days/Afters shift Monday-Friday 7.00am- 2.30pm/2.30pm-10.00pm.
• An environment where we support the development and progression of our employees, tailored to the individual’s aspirations and business opportunities.
• AXA Healthcare.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, such as Occupational Health and cycle to work scheme.
• Family friendly policies and Company Sick Pay, after qualifying period.

Internal notes

Role Profile available on request.

This role is open to internal and external applicants.

Internal candidates must apply via myArdagh.

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