Jobs in Chasty

We are on the search for an experienced shift maintenance engineer to work for a well established local manufacturer based on the Devon/Cornwall border. This role would be ideal for someone who may be unhappy in their current role and would like a fresh start with a dynamic, forward thinking team who are an employer of choice for the area. This will be working on a double day shift and will not involve night or weekend work. Overtime may be available, paid at time and one half, although this is not guaranteed. You will play a key role in supporting an efficient production facility, responding to and solving breakdowns, and delivering the company maintenance strategy. Although the company has grown massively in recent years, they still pride themselves on holding on to their family values and looking after their employees.

Please feel free to contact me if you would like a confidential discussion and to find out more about the role.

Responsibilities

* To support the operational team with engineering services throughout the Company.

* To respond to engineering emergencies to maintain operations, reducing downtime and lost production.

* Accurate and timely records are entered and recorded on all work carried out, root causes of failures and of spares/consumables used.

* Carry out routine maintenance and planned preventative maintenance.

* Identify and report engineering improvements that will improve efficiency, reduce waste and increase profitability.

* To support engineering projects as and when required.

* Develop and implement procedures to meet the Company’s regulatory responsibilities and legal obligations.

* Check products and materials against the required quality standards to ensure they meet specifications.

* Check and monitor onsite processes, making recommendations for improvements wherever possible.

* To liaise and build relationships with suppliers for the long term benefit of the business.

* Help solve problems and make suggestions for improvements, so that better ways of doing tasks are identified and implemented.

* Communicate and co-operate with other people in order to achieve department and organisational goals.

* Co-ordinate the completion and regular review of engineering documentation for the site, including any compliance documentation that may be required.

* Monitor & review that engineering standards are maintained at all times so that health & safety and hygiene requirements are met in line with Company policies.

* Comply with all health and safety requirements to ensure a safe working environment.

Skills & Experience:

* Time served apprenticeship or equivalent

* Recognised engineering qualification - ONC or HNC/HND

* Competent electrical/fault finding and analysis skills

* Methodical and strong attention to detail

* Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)

* Previous experience in a manufacturing environment