Maintenance Technician

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Technician on behalf of our client, a leading manufacturing organisation.

This is a permanent opportunity within a fast-paced, automated production environment. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Maintenance Technician will play a key role in maintaining and improving automated production equipment, maximising equipment availability and supporting continuous improvement across the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build upon and continuously improve existing process and equipment design to optimise production processes.
• Drive yield improvement through effective planned preventative maintenance and rapid response to equipment breakdowns.
• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on automated production equipment.
• Provide technical input into equipment installation, commissioning and maintenance activities.
• Carry out calibration of production and process equipment.
• Use PLC programmes and diagnostic tools to identify, troubleshoot and resolve technical faults.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and automated equipment issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability, efficiency and production output.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering and Production teams to minimise downtime and maintain production performance.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with site health & safety procedures and company standards.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety throughout all maintenance activities.

Requirements:

• Diploma/qualification in Industrial Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or a relevant trade qualification is advantageous.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with special-purpose automated equipment and pick-and-place systems.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, pneumatic systems, actuators, AC motors and motor controllers.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability across automated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability and willingness to work a 12-hour shift pattern.

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