Shift Electrical Technician

Gi Group; Rugby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking a Shift Electrical Technician for their Rugby plant. You will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems in a dynamic environment, requiring a strong technical background and proactive approach to ensure operational excellence. Joining this team offers professional growth opportunities and a supportive work culture dedicated to safety and development.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Supportive and safety-conscious environment

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, proactive attitude with effective communication skills.
• Experience in high-speed manufacturing process is essential.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain high-speed industrial process equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems and components.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on electrical systems.

Skills

Proficient in wiring, assembling, and laying out electrical systems

Working knowledge of wiring schematics

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Apprenticeship in Engineering/Mechanical discipline

Relevant electrical engineering qualification

Current electrical certification

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Job description

Are you a skilled Electrical Technician looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your expertise in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our flagship Canning Manufacturing Plant in Rugby!

Main Purpose of the Position:

As a Shift Electrical Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and continuous operation of our plant's electrical systems and equipment. You will work on a 4 on 4 off shift rotation, including both day and night shifts, with a generous holiday allowance and additional rota days.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Installation & Maintenance: Install and maintain high-speed industrial process equipment, power, lighting, control, and PLC logic controls.
2. Troubleshooting & Repairs: Diagnose and repair electrical equipment, components, transducers, and complex timing and inspection devices.
3. Preventative Maintenance: Perform regular maintenance on assigned electrical systems to prevent malfunctions.
4. Optimization: Ensure effective equipment operation through proper line control programming and suggest improvements.
5. Facility Services: Install and troubleshoot facility power distribution and lighting services.
6. Documentation: Update wiring schematics and computer/PLC program printouts, maintain daily log-books, and records.
7. Safety & Compliance: Adhere to job safety practices, policies, and procedures, and comply with hazardous waste management and environmental requirements.

Qualifications:

1. Education: Apprenticeship in Engineering/Mechanical discipline or equivalent experience, relevant electrical engineering qualification, current electrical certification.
2. Skills: Proficient in wiring, assembling, and laying out electrical/electronic systems, working knowledge of wiring schematics, computer program printouts, and Microsoft Office.
3. Attributes: Enthusiastic, proactive, with a can-do attitude, effective communication, organizational, and influencing skills, analytical skills, and ability to work under pressure.

Experience:

1. Background: Experience in a high-speed, high-volume continuous manufacturing process.
2. Technical: Ability to use hand and power tools, electronic test equipment, and assist with breakdowns and line conversions.
3. Team Player: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, willingness to travel, and support colleagues.

Why Join Us?

• Growth & Development: Maintain technical knowledge through training courses and continuous learning.
• Impact: Play a vital role in optimizing our manufacturing processes and ensuring operational excellence.
• Environment: Work in a supportive and safety-conscious environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, apply now to become a part of our dedicated team!

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Silver status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters.

Gi Group of companies includes Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Ltd, Gi Recruitment Ltd, Draefern Ltd, Excel Resourcing (Recruitment Consultants) Ltd, Gi Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Ltd, Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd, TACK TMI UK Ltd, TACK International Ltd, Grafton Professional Staffing Ltd, Encore Personnel Services Ltd, Gi Group Staffing Solutions Ltd and Gi Group Ireland Ltd. Gi Group Staffing Solutions Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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