Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician

Extension Recruitment Ltd; Washington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Multi-Skilled Technician for double day shifts. Responsibilities include minimizing downtime on production lines and diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults. Candidates should have multi-skilled experience and qualifications like BTEC or HNC in engineering. Experience in PLC diagnostics and certifications such as IPAF and FLT are advantageous but not essential. The position promises growth in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Time-served with multi-skilled experience is required.
• Experience in PLC Diagnostics is advantageous.
• IPAF and FLT certification are advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in a volume manufacturer.

Responsibilities

• Minimize downtime on the fully automated shot blasting and powder paint line.
• Diagnose and repair Mechanical and Electrical faults.
• Assist manufacturing engineers with vehicle improvements.
• Assist manufacturing engineers with vehicle improvements and modifications.

Skills

Multi skilled experience

PLC Diagnostics

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

BTEC or HNC in a relevant engineering discipline

IPAF trained

FLT certified

Tools

FLT Certification

IPAF Training

Job description

Our client is a successful North East manufacturer based in the Gateshead area. Due to growth, they are currently looking for a Multi-Skilled Technician to join their team on a permanent basis.

This role is working double days shifts of – 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm.

Main responsibilities of the role will include:

• Minimize downtime on the fully automated shot blasting and powder paint line through PPM
• Diagnose and repair Mechanical and Electrical faults
• React to breakdowns
• Assist manufacturing engineers with vehicle improvements and modifications

Required qualifications and experience:

• Time-served with multi skilled experience
• BTEC or HNC in a relevant engineering discipline
• Experience in PLC Diagnostics would be advantageous
• IPAF Trained would be advantageous but not essential
• FLT Certified would be advantageous but not essential

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience within a volume manufacturer
• The ability to work to planned and agreed schedules and timescales
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy