JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE Mechanical Fitter 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.
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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 1.
Skills Essential: 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 Desirable: (None specified) 2.
Education & Knowledge Essential: Time Served Maintenance Fitter Desirable: Holder of a qualification in a mechanical discipline 3.
Experience Essential: At least 3 years experience within an automated plant Desirable: Previous turning & lathe experience Previous experience within the agri-food industry Experience of plant installation Sheet metal work, fabrication or welding experience Experience in pipe fitting and/or pipe welding Experience of pneumatic & hydraulic systems 4.
Circumstances Essential: Willingness to operate on rotating 3-shifts Willingness to participate in the overtime rota Willingness to participate in the on-call rotas Holder of a valid Driving License Desirable: Own transport Perks of Thompsons The Opportunity to work for a company within the Top 10 of the Top 100 Companies in Northern Ireland Remuneration Competitive Salary Above Statutory Holiday Entitlement Life Assurance x4 Cycle To Work Scheme Free Secure Onsite Parking Enhanced ERs Pension 6% Christmas Vouchers Long Service Awards Competitive Shift Premiums Company Uniform Training and Career Development Opportunities Job Security 150 yrs in business Company Sick Pay Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Paid Retirement Plan Health & Wellbeing Enhanced Health Care Plan Annual Flu Vaccination Paid Compassionate Leave Paid Medical Appointments