Shift Engineering Technician - Night Shift

CK Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical technology company is seeking a Shift Engineering Technician in Plymouth for a permanent night shift role. This position involves supporting production processes, mentoring technicians, and implementing improvements. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 engineering qualification and experience in a manufacturing setting, with a focus on technical troubleshooting and mentoring.

Qualifications

• At least a Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience in high-volume assembly and manufacturing.
• Strong engineering aptitude, able to resolve technical problems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and support to Production Technicians on complex faults.
• Mentor and support Production Technicians in troubleshooting and technology use.
• Lead process improvement projects and implementations.

Skills

Technical expertise

Fault finding

Mentorship

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP systems

Job description

CK Group are recruiting for a Shift Engineering Technician (Night Shift), on behalf of a global medical technology company. This role is permanent with a 12 hours, 3 nights on 3 nights off shift pattern, and is based in Plymouth.


The Role:

This role will support the process group in resolving technical issues within the production areas of the site. You will use your technical expertise to guide and mentor Production Technicians, work to improve processes using your creativity, fault find, troubleshoot, refurbishment of equipment and parts, attend breakdowns and take ownership and use your initiative to champion continuous improvement.


Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise and support to Production Technicians in resolving complex machine-related faults.
• Act as a process expert for specific equipment, guiding others and sharing knowledge.
• Mentor Production Technicians, fostering their development in fault diagnosis and technology utilisation.
• Utilise technology, including PCs, HMI screens, and MES, for effective fault diagnosis and equipment management.
• Identify and implement improvements to existing equipment, focusing on cost reductions, productivity, quality, and health & safety.
• Assist Project and Process Groups during the installation and start-up of new equipment, contributing to continuous improvement programmes.
• Lead small process improvement projects, coordinating relevant skills such as Toolroom, Quality, and Validation.

Your Background:

• At least a Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in a similar high-volume assembly and manufacturing role.
• Proficient IT skills for operating SAP systems to log maintenance, order parts, and diagnose faults using data.
• Strong engineering aptitude with the ability to fault find and resolve technical problems.
• Background in hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, electrical, and servo systems is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, with a positive attitude and patience when mentoring and assisting less experienced associates.

Apply:

It is essential all applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 140 367 in all correspondence.

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