Are you a keen problem solver with experience of dealing with process controls, PLC’s and various manufacturing systems? Do you enjoy being challenged whilst taking on new and varied projects? Do you have a positive, flexible mindset and are able to work as both part of a team and autonomously?
Are you self-motivated and enjoy finding innovative solutions to improve manufacturing capability?
If so you could be the person our manufacturing client is looking for!
Your new job
Your job will be to support the current multi-skilled engineering team in maintaining a modern plant along with playing a pivotal role in driving process improvements across the site.
Both take part and lead projects delivering process control changes over a variety of PLC, SCADA controlled systems.
Work with vision control systems to optimize high quality control standards.
* Ensure that all safety requirements are met when working with machinery, systems and/or chemicals.
* Ensure that hazardous area requirements are met including installations and PM’s.
* Ensure that detailed information is entered into the CMMS (Maintenance Management System) including detailed history and downtime.
* That plant and equipment is maintained to the highest standards.
* System/PLC faults are rectified and root cause identified.
* Creation of new PLC programmes and software updates when required.
* Work orders and PM’s (Planned Maintenance) are carried out within the set time frames.
* Support breakdowns within the set time frames.
* Re-design and modify plant and machinery to maximize production outputs.
* Take part in analysis of maintenance/electrical/mechanical and breakdown history to ensure the PM schedule is aligned to breakdown history.
* Manage/take part in either team or individual projects when required.
* In areas of accountability where performance objectives are not being met, ensure you have a full awareness of the issue affecting performance.
* Conduct the required (RCA) level of analysis to understand the issues.
* Document learnings and ensure all training records for the maintenance are maintained.
* Maintain all site machinery software with regards to updates, modifications and compliance.
* Designing of new bespoke systems and controls where required.
* Ensure that software backups to protect machinery automation are created and available.
About you
This employer prides themselves on developing and supporting employees within their role and make it their priority to invest in those with key attributes which are required to fulfil the role in line with their company values.
As the successful candidate for this role, you will be able to work independently and communicate effectively with proven problem-solving and analytical skills – as well as having a good working knowledge of the key manufacturing processes.
You should be able to demonstrate adaptability, openness and honesty as well as solid teamwork and communication skills.
Essentials
* Engineering qualification; HNC with industrial experience.
* Experience within a Manufacturing Environment.
* Proven PLC knowledge and ability in relation to fault finding and programming (Ladder Logic, C+, Structured text).
* Experience with vision control systems.
Useful / Desirable
* HND/Foundation Degree in relevant engineering.
* CAD.
* Project Management Experience.
* Hazardous Areas COMPEX 1-4 Qualification.
Salary and benefits
* Starting salary of £50,000 to £55,000 per year.
* Performance-related pay and annual bonus.
* Salary sacrifice pension (up to 9% company contribution).
* Employee benefits platform.
* Health care plan.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* Option to purchase additional holidays.
* Flexible working policy.
To apply for this job, you must have the legal right to live and work in the UK. We do not offer visa sponsorships and we are unable to provide immigration advice.
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