Shift Technician

• Position: Shift Technician - Engineering - Rotating Day Shifts
• Location: Hitchin, Herts
• Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, 45.25 hours
• 0500-14:15 (Monday-Thursday) & 0600 -14:15 (Friday) and 13:45-23:00 (Monday to Thursday) & 13:45- 22:00 (Friday)

Shift Technician:

• Can you work in both Mechanical & Electrical disciplines?
• Do you have previous experience working within Engineering / Maintenance, preferably in the food manufacturing / processing or pharmaceutical industries?
• Are you experienced working within a multi-skilled, multi-disciplined team in a fast-moving manufacturing environment?
• Do you hae a Mechanical Engineering qualification to C&G /NVQ Level 2 equivalent or higher / or achieved full Apprenticeship within this sector?
• Is demonstrating mechanical fitting abilities /experience something you’re familiar with?
• Would you be confident interpret Mechanical/assembly drawings?
• Do you have good electrical installation and machine fault finding skills?
• Are you a confident individual with good communication skills and ability to read and interpret electrical schematic drawings?
• Does the opportunity to work for a growing, global manufacturer appeal to you?

If you answer 'YES’ to some of the above, then please get in touch as we would be keen to discuss further…

Main Purpose of the role:

• Ensure minimal downtime of production facility through effective and timely maintenance and repair of plant and machinery (both Electrical & Mechanical)
• Limitation of plant / equipment failure through effective planned preventative maintenance tasks as directed.
• Support on-going production output by engaging in the Standby & Call-out Rota.
• Engage in upskilling operators to enhance best practice on use of plant and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Problem solving in a logical and rational way.
• Carry out works orders to repair and maintain plant and equipment.
• Prioritise workloads to ensure work is completed on time and to a high standard.
• Order spares and parts as necessary.
• Assist other Engineers and Contractors with installations & repairs.
• Complete work on all of our clients sites, areas and plant & equipment, both electrical & mechanical as required, (within your skills, training & abilities)
• Proactive approach to working safely at all times.
• Active and positive engagement in the callout rota & respond as required.
• Be proactive in ensuring all necessary documentation is completed correctly and handed in on time.
• Adhere to the company’s hygiene, Environment, Health and Safety policies, systems, and safe working practices.
• Respond to all departments for maintenance requests using the shift mobile phone provided.
• Provide training and support to any member of the engineering team where required.
• Maintain and promote a clean and tidy working environment and undertake housekeeping duties.
• Carry out any reasonable request as requested by any member of management within the reasonable scope of the role.
• Engage in building positive relationships with other employees and departments to facilitate harmony.

Please note that Smart10 Recruitment Group is serving as an employment agency/business for this opportunity. Your application will be thoroughly reviewed in comparison to other candidates, and if you are shortlisted, we will contact you directly soon.

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