JOB TITLE Mechanical Maintenance Technician-Day Shift REPORTING TO Mechanical Engineering Supervisor MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB This role will impact the success of the company through the effective maintenance and repair of plant equipment to ensure the manufacture of animal feeds for our customers. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The role will ensure: Utilise mechanical drawings and specifications when working with equipment Mechanical faults are repaired on plant equipment in a timely manner Maintenance and repair of material handling equipment, presses, mixers, packers, weighers etc Maintenance and repair of pneumatic and hydraulic controlled equipment Maintenance and repair of drives and motors used in the production process Operation of mills and lathes, in a safe manner Conduct preventative maintenance activities in line with PM programme Maintenance and repair of domestic elements within the mill and office accommodation Conduct remedial work throughout the mill and offices, i.e. removal of redundant equipment, modernisation thereof Ensure tools are maintained in a clean and safe condition Effective liaison with production on breakdown repair, maintenance and priority of breakdown Effective liaison with production operators when determining the reasons for plant failure and establishing efficient methods of repair Accurate and timely fabrication and repair of mechanical assemblies in mild and stainless steel Pipe fitting and repairs as required to bring equipment back on line Accurate completion of records / documentation as required Adherence to all health, safety and environmental procedures PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION JOB TITLE Mechanical Maintenance Technician REPORTING TO Mechanical Engineering Supervisor MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB This role will impact the success of the company through the effective maintenance and repair of plant equipment to ensure the manufacture of animal feeds for our customers. ESSENTIAL Skills Able to communicate effectively at all levels Able to work to deadlines and under pressure Capable of solving problems Self motivated Capable of working on own initiative Capable of using standard diagnostic tools Education & knowledge ESSENTIAL Time Served Maintenance Fitter DESIRABLE Holder of a qualification in a mechanical discipline Experience ESSENTIAL Candidates should have at least 3 years experience within an automated plant Previous turning & lathe experience (move to desirable) DESIRABLE Previous experience within the agri-food industry Experience of plant installation Sheet metal work, fabrication or welding experience Experience in pipe fitting & OR pipe welding Experience of pneumatic & hydraulic systems Circumstances ESSENTIAL This role may require operating on rotating 3-shifts This role will require participating in the overtime rota This role will require participating in the on-call rotas Holder of a valid Driving License DESIRABLE Own transport To Apply Please forward your CV via the APPLY button below. Closing date of Friday 21 March 2025. Skills: Maintenance Fitter Mechanical Maintenance