Job Description

Job Title:

Technician

Reporting to:

Shift Supervisor

Hours:

3 shifts on a rotating basis (6-2,10-6 and 2-10).

Location:

Amcor

London Road

Beccles

Suffolk

NR34 8TS

Job Purpose:

To provide technical support to the manufacturing unit, carrying out tool changes and machine setting, safely and efficiently, following company work instructions and procedures. Ensuring that quality items are produced in line with the company standards, on time and in full.

Responsibilities

Carry out tool changes and setting for plastics moulding machinery (Extrusion Blow moulding or Injection Moulding). Fault finding on machinery, identifying mechanical faults, set up issues, ancillary equipment settings and production quality issues. Report to your Supervisor when any machines are stopped for any reason other than tool changes. Report all machine faults if they cannot be cured or are affecting production and agree a suitable course of action. Raise maintenance works orders detailing any machine faults to the maintenance department. Carry out regular safety checks on all machines and equipment and take appropriate action to deal with any non- compliance. Ensure a QC check is completed on machines or at your supervisor's request accurately every 2 hours. Ensure at every QC check that all visual & functional checks are carried out carefully & in accordance with procedures. Always inform your supervisor when a bottle is not to specification and discuss and carry out appropriate corrective / remedial action. Ensure all production checks & documentation are completed properly. Carry out Post -Production Quality Check in accordance with Blowmould Work Instruction 10. Always inform your supervisor when a bottle is not to specification and discuss and carry out appropriate corrective / remedial action. Report to your Supervisor when any machines are stopped for any reason other than tool changes. Report all machine faults if they cannot be cured or are affecting production. Ensure that tool changes, colour changes etc., are carried out in accordance with the training procedure as laid down by the Manager/Technical supervisor or relevant work instructions. Ensure the machines are running correctly and safely at all times in accordance with the Injection programme. Ensure that all machines are always running with the correct materials. All check/log sheets and pallet labels should be filled out clearly and correctly with all relevant information. Ensure that line clearances are carried out at every change over in line with company procedures. Ensure that your work area is kept safe, clean, and tidy during and at the end of the shift. Ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with current legislation and company procedures, particularly but not exclusively regarding Health and Safety, Quality and Environment Management The post holder may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description.
Person Specification

Essential Skills:

Clear and proven competence of recent work in a technical role in an engineering environment, E.G. Motor Mechanic, vehicle technician, Machinist, service engineer or similar Technical qualification: Minimum Level 2 in Engineering/ Vehicle Maintenance or similar / equivalent A logical and methodical approach to problem solving/fault finding issues Ability to work on own initiative to achieve objectives and taking responsibility for work/action undertaken Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing and all levels within the Company Ability to work as part of a team to achieve team objectives Confident in challenging existing practices in a positive manner, and looking for continuous improvement in all areas of work Takes decisive action to address and react to opportunities and problems in day-to-day work. Ability to follow instructions to ensure work is completed as required Ability to respond positively to changing work demands Conscientious and thorough in all aspects of work responsibilities, and has a professional approach to work Ability to undertake duties in every respect as laid out in the job description (further to training if required).

Desirable Experience:

Previous role in a manufacturing / packaging environment. Blow moulding or Injection moulding technical experience, setting machines and tooling

In return we offer the following package:

Competitive salary 25 days Holiday (+ 8 bank holidays) Christmas Shutdown 3% Pension Scheme Life Assurance Scheme Group Income Protection Scheme Company Sick Pay Scheme Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme Free hot and cold beverages with monthly "Sweet & Savoury"treats Cycle to Work scheme Long Service Awards Free Car Parking Learning and Development Opportunities Refer a Friend Discount on gyms Bungay swimming pool Christmas Hampers Caxton Club offer Family Fun Day Discount on SNAP fitness Free flu vaccination Half day early closure at Christmas. Overtime available Subsided social events Paid time off for medical appointments Mental health support Family fun days Physiotherapist support Easter Eggs Chocolate bars in September
We truly value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we're excited to welcome people from all backgrounds. Come join us to celebrate what makes each of us unique and grow together in a fair and respectful environment. If you need any reasonable adjustments along the way, just let us know--we're here to help!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,842.00-36,210.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person