SPC has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Engineer to join a business that prides its self on quality & innovation; rom design to manufacturing of world class rubber compounds.
As a Maintenance Engineer you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded.
About the role
* To provide both mechanical & electrical engineering skills and effectively support the company's plant & equipment, whilst maintaining an excellent health and safety environment and promoting good engineering practices.
* Quick response to breakdowns, covering multiple machine types within the factory.
* Have great engineering and housekeeping standards.
* Ensuring that all maintenance work is carried out to high standards and in an effective and efficient manner.
* To optimise machinery output and product quality, and minimise plant downtime through effective preventative maintenance
* 5 days shift and 4-night shift pattern (Mon – Fri)
* Required to work 1 Saturday in 4.
Skills required
* Skilled in both mechanical and electrical engineering.
* Must have a minimum of city and guilds level 2, ONC/HNC/Higher Level Apprenticeship or relevant qualification.
* Must have a minimum of 3 years experience as a Maintenance Engineer within a Manufacturing company.
* To be able demonstrate basic problem-solving techniques to identify root cause of failure.
* Must have experience of safe systems of work (permit to work, risk assessment, method statement)
* Experience of using Microsoft Office.
* Self starter - able to work on own initiative, be organised and able to prioritise, be thorough and accurate.
* IEE 17th or 18th Edition preferable
* PLC experience
* Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatic.
* Getting involved in continuous improvement projects.
* Resolving plant issues and ensuring downtime is kept to a minimum.
* Ability to work alone or within a team.
* Can read both electrical and mechanical schematic drawings preferable.
Employee Benefits
* Salary: starting at £20.13 per hour
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Occupational Health Support.
* Training & Career Development.
* Free Eye Tests.
* Long Service Awards.
* Annual Christmas/Summer Party.
* Free Onsite Parking.
Job Type: Permanent and Full-time: 48 hours per week on a rota basis.
No Agencies please
Salary description
£20.13 - £20.13 per hour