Multi‑Machine Press Technician – Maintenance & Setup

Morson Edge; Crewe; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems is looking for a time-served Technician to join the Tube Vent department at Radway Green, supporting the manufacture of 13mm cases.

Working across 40 machines and a range of cold forming and drawing operations, you will set, operate, maintain and repair production equipment in a varied, hands-on role. Press experience is particularly sought after to complement the CNC knowledge, with training provided; 37 hours per week, 12 months, Inside IR35.

Qualifications

• Time-served engineering apprenticeship in metal forming or turning.
• Experience in a mechanical manufacturing environment.
• Experience setting and operating power presses with press experience preferred over CNC.
• Practical machinery maintenance, fault-finding and repair experience.
• Press inspection training to carry out press safety checks per PUWER.
• Ability to work across a range of equipment and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate production machinery to meet quality, output and delivery targets.
• Carry out preventative maintenance, fault-finding and reactive mechanical repairs.
• Support production across 40 machines, including equipment for cold forming and drawing.
• Maintain the safe condition of machinery, completing checks and escalating safety concerns.
• Complete dynamic risk assessments for non-standard tasks and follow safe procedures.
• Identify and resolve issues affecting safety, quality and production performance.
• Contribute to daily production meetings and continuous improvement activities.
• Support apprentices with practical development and understanding of the equipment.

Job description

BAE Systems is looking for a time-served Technician to join the Tube Vent department at Radway Green, supporting the manufacture of 13mm cases.

Working across 40 machines and a range of cold forming and drawing operations, you will set, operate, maintain and repair production equipment in a varied, hands-on role. Press experience is particularly sought after to complement the CNC knowledge, with training provided; 37 hours per week, 12 months, Inside IR35.