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Job Title: Decorator Day TechnicianLocation: RugbyWorking Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shift (42 hours per week)Contract Type: PermanentIndustry: Canning / Metal Packaging
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Decorator Day Technician to join our Engineering team within the canning industry. This is a key role in maintaining and enhancing high-speed production equipment used in the decoration of metal cans. If you have a mechanical mindset, a passion for precision, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance on canning and decorating equipment
- Operate, adjust, and repair high-speed machinery to meet production and quality standards
- Conduct daily checks and monitor equipment condition continuously
- Execute planned and ad hoc maintenance, including height/diameter changes
- Support installation, commissioning, and trials of new equipment
- Maintain accurate records using maintenance systems (e.g., Apriso)
- Rebuild unit spares and manage spare parts inventory
- Provide training and technical support to team members
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment
- Operate FLT and perform machining tasks (turning, milling, grinding) as needed
What We're Looking For:
- Time-served apprenticeship in Engineering/Mechanical discipline or equivalent experience
- HNC/HND qualification desirable
- Electrical qualification is an advantage
- FLT license or willingness to train
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Flexible and willing to support other areas when required
Desirable Attributes:
- Proactive and goal-oriented approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail and precision
- Willingness to travel to other locations if needed
- Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
Join a team that plays a vital role in producing high-quality metal packaging solutions.
Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.
Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Silver status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters.
Gi Group of companies includes Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Ltd, Gi Recruitment Ltd, Draefern Ltd, Excel Resourcing (Recruitment Consultants) Ltd, Gi Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Ltd, Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd, TACK TMI UK Ltd, TACK International Ltd, Grafton Professional Staffing Ltd, Encore Personnel Services Ltd, Gi Group Staffing Solutions Ltd and Gi Group Ireland Ltd. Gi Group Staffing Solutions Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.
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