A manufacturing company in Northampton is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative and reactive maintenance on production equipment. The ideal candidate will have a time-served apprenticeship and a minimum of 3 years of experience in a relevant engineering discipline. Employees will enjoy competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and various company benefits, including a pension scheme and health support.
Leistungen
Competitive Salary
25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Free Parking
Qualifikationen
Minimum of 3 years experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment.
Experience in plastics, foam, or a similar process industry is preferable.
Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
Aufgaben
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on production equipment.
Conduct regular facility inspections.
Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Kenntnisse
Mechanical understanding
Electrical fault-finding
Attention to detail
Time management
Communication skills
Ausbildung
Time-served apprenticeship
Jobbeschreibung
Key Responsibilities
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on production equipment, including block moulders, pre-expanders, hotwire cutters, conveyors, compressors, and hydraulic systems.
Carry out reactive maintenance promptly to minimize downtime and ensure continuous production.
Conduct regular facility inspections, including but not limited to cooling tower, boiler, compressed air systems, and general plant infrastructure.
Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and equipment.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using the sites maintenance management system.
Identify and report potential equipment failures or safety issues, recommending corrective actions where necessary.
Assist with machine upgrades, installations, and modifications as required.
Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with site safety policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.
Support continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
Qualifications
Time-served apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled).
Minimum of 3 years experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably in plastics, foam, or a similar process industry.
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, with experience in electrical fault-finding and basic repairs.
Familiarity with boiler systems, cooling towers, and industrial utilities is highly desirable.
Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
Capable of working independently or as part of a team, with a proactive and problem-solving approach.
Personal Characteristics
Effective team worker, equally able to work on their own.
Forward thinking: excellent planning skills with the ability to anticipate potential obstacles.
Highly self-motivated/self-starter/resilient.
Strong Communication Skills (written and oral).
Diligent with excellent attention to detail.
Excellent Time Management And Organisational Skills.
Systematic and with attention to detail.
A flexible approach to work.
Health & Safety
Follow all safety procedures in full, ensuring safety is a number one priority.
Support Zero LTA or accidents within the plant.
Always wear the correct PPE for the work you are carrying out.
Record any near misses.
Use the correct tools and techniques you need to be able to perform tasks safely, including lifting etc.
Assist the plant engineer in ensuring all equipment on site is safe and all relevant repair work and checks have been completed.
Ensure all people working within and around the machines zones are following all the Health & Safety rules including wearing PPE etc.
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