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Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Technician
Function: Manufacturing
Department: IE & Maintenance, Yate
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Our manufacturing plant in Yate seeks a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our team. Operating on a two-shift rotation, Monday to Friday, you will provide vital technical support to production, ensuring the achievement of targets for output, quality, efficiency, and productivity.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and troubleshoot electrical control systems, conveyor systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLCs.
- Provide technical support to ensure smooth operation of production processes.
- Execute preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements and solve technical challenges.
Requirements:
- Completion of a recognized electrical apprenticeship with City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years' post-apprenticeship experience in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in process equipment, including single and three-phase control systems, servo motors and drives, sensors, and converters.
- Experience in Siemens Step 7 / TIA Portal PLC logic and fault finding; minor programming skills preferred.
- Ability to conduct Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and provide proactive solutions to technical issues.
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations, including Permit to Work (PTW), Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
- Knowledge of electrical installation work is advantageous.
- Demonstrated drive to expand knowledge and skill set.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with shift allowance.
- Individualised training plan to support professional development.
- Product commission.
- Workplace Pension contribution: 5% matched by employer.
- Additional employee benefits, including long-term awards, sick pay scheme, and attendance day scheme (up to 5 additional free attendance days per annum).
In addition to these benefits, you'll be part of a company with 110 years of expertise, leveraging the latest technology and innovative approaches. At the heart of our business is a commitment to enhancing life at home, driving us to deliver excellence worldwide through leading first-to-market innovations and unwavering customer care.
