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MS685 - Multi-Skilled Engineer
 
Location: Anwick

Salary: £ Competitive 

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you will provide an effective engineering service to the production team, responding promptly to breakdowns and maintenance needs. You will maintain equipment both proactively and reactively to ensure factory performance meets targets and KPIs. 

Hours: 4 days on 4 off 4 nights on 4 off. 5.30 - 17.30

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide effective breakdown cover and carry out repairs to ensure optimum machine performance.
  • Perform planned maintenance and adjustments within your competence.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults quickly and effectively.
  • Ensure all equipment operates efficiently and meets product specifications.
  • Work closely with the Engineering leadership team to escalate faults beyond your competence.
  • Comply with Health & Safety rules (including COSHH) and promote safe working practices.
  • Assist in training and assessing staff on machine operation.
  • Liaise with visiting engineers to ensure improvements deliver business benefits.
  • Complete all equipment documentation accurately and ensure proper filing.
  • Report non-conformances in machine performance promptly.
  • Use SAP PPM system for capturing engineering labour and parts.
  • Support production targets and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (Mechanical or Electrical).
  • Recognised UK qualifications.
  • Proven multi-skilled experience with strong electrical competence.
  • Previous experience in manufacturing operations.
  • Literacy and numeracy to National Level 2 Standard.

Desirable:

  • NVQ Level 4 or equivalent.
  • Experience in food processing or poultry machinery.
  • PLC knowledge and welding experience.
  • Knowledge of lean techniques and processes.
  • 17th/18th Edition qualification.
  • Automated machinery experience and computer literacy.
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First Military Recruitment (Head Office)
1 Wilkinson Road
Love Lane Industrial Estate
Cirencester
GL7 1YT

01285 654566
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