Job Description

THE ROLE:

The role is responsible for providing electrical and/or multiskilled engineering support to the production team, including both reactive & preventative electrical and mechanical maintenance for food manufacturing equipment and machinery that produces more than 4 million Kg of product annually.

HOURS OF WORK:

Rotational Shift pattern,

Sunday to Thursday 10pm-6am (nightshift)

Monday to Friday 6am - 2pm (dayshift)

Monday to Friday 2pm - 10pm (backshift)

SALARY:

Depending on experience 40K +

REPORTING TO:

Engineering Coordinator/Operations Manager, working closely with production and other teams onsite.

THE PERSON:

QUALIFICATIONS - one or more

Ideally, 18th Edition qualified Time served Qualified Multi-Skilled Engineer (Level 3 or equivalent) HNC level in electrical engineering BTECH/ONC qualification as a minimum in either Electrical C&G 2330 Level 3 Electro - technical certificate combined with NVQ 3 Electrical Maintenance Modern Engineering Apprenticeship SVQ Multi-skilled Engineer

EXPERIENCE:

Previous experience in a similar role within a Food or FMCG Manufacturer, however may consider other experience as long as it is within a manufacturing environment. You must be able to be capable of installation, maintenance, test and repair of the equipment. Proactive problem solver with a can-do attitude who is keen to learn & be part of a successful team

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Good team worker Technical problem solver with clear and concise decision/action Planning and prioritising workload Organisation of time and efficiency Pressurised ability to deliver to timeframes and priorities Competent written and spoken English with strong communication Driving licence Physically fit to work in a cold, fast paced environment and the ability to work a 3 shift rotational pattern.

KEY FOCUS AREAS:

Minimise machine downtime Prevent manufacturing lost time Achievement of the Preventative Maintenance Plan Audit ready 24/7 - relevant paperwork and quality audits completed, generating continuous improvement ideas

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Keep the plant and machinery running for production needs. Repair machinery breakdowns quickly and efficiently to keep production running. Plan and carry out an ongoing preventative maintenance programme targeted to reduce machine downtimes and maximise machine availability and efficiency. Carry out machinery installations as and when required. Liaise with the Operations Manager, engineering colleagues and production teams to ensure work priorities and production needs are met. Comply with shift handover procedure. Ensure planned and preventative maintenance documentation is available, updated, and current for all production and support equipment. Support factory operatives in performing machine changes and settings including preparation of change parts ready for minimum downtime. Ensure stock and spares control including development and updating of critical spares listing for all equipment and production lines. Ensure all H & S responsibilities are adhered to. Keep abreast of Food Safety, Health and safety, COSHH and trading legislation and work with the rest of the management team to comply when appropriate.

COMPUTER SOFTWARE AND TOOLS:

FIXX Maintenance System

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Kirkcaldy KY1 2YG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Please write a short note as to your suitability for this position and state your salary expectation.
Experience:

Electrical: 1 year (required) Mechanical engineering: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Engineering Qualification (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 06/11/2023
Reference ID: IF/RAF_004