Job Title: Shift Maintenance Engineer
Location: Swanley, Kent
Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent
Hours: Monday- Friday Days Regular
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Position Objective
We are currently seeking a dedicated Shift Maintenance Engineer to join our client in Swanley, Kent. This role is essential in ensuring the efficiency and productivity of our manufacturing operations by performing all customary mechanical activities, including preventative and reactive maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Maintenance: Respond to machine failures promptly and record corrective actions in the shift logbook.
Coordination: Liaise with supervisors and other department members to plan and execute machine maintenance.
Planned Maintenance: Complete planned maintenance tasks and report any follow-up work and parts used.
Efficiency Improvements: Suggest and implement improvements to reduce waste, energy use, and increase efficiency.
Contractor Assistance: Assist contractors on-site during services and inspections.
Parts Identification: Identify machine OEM parts from drawings for stock control.
Machine Parts Management: Change machine parts as needed according to production planning.
Training: Provide employee training for FLT, IPAF, fire marshal, and first aid.
Safety: Adhere to and promote safe working procedures at all times.What We Offer
Competitive Salary: Based on experience and qualifications.
Incentives: Monthly and quarterly bonuses for achieving targets and KPIs.
Work Environment: A supportive and dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Benefits Package: Includes enhanced pension contributions, healthcare cashback plan, and more.What We Look For
Experience: Proven experience as a qualified mechanical engineer in a production environment.
Skills: Strong fault diagnosis skills for pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, ability to read mechanical drawings, and excellent communication skills.
Technical Knowledge: Experience with flexographic printing and within the paper conversion and packaging industries is desirable.
Safety: Safe use of electrical handheld power tools and adherence to safety procedures.Person Specification
Essential
Experience as a qualified mechanical engineer in a production environment.
Strong fault diagnosis skills for pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
Ability to read mechanical drawings.
Good communication and written skills, with the ability to influence others.
Analytical approach to fault identification.
Ability to identify new parts for replacing obsolete ones.
Safe use of electrical handheld power tools.Desirable
Experience within the paper conversion and packaging industries.
Experience of flexographic printing.
Hold a current FLT license and IPAF certificate.
Experience using milling and turning equipment.
Welding experience.Education & Experience
Required: Relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering or related fields.
Desirable: Experience in the paper conversion and packaging industries.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated professional seeking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today! Please send your updated CV or contact us at (phone number removed) for more information.
About Us
We pride ourselves on building strong connections with both our clients and candidates. As a leading recruitment agency, we specialize in both permanent recruitment and the supply of temporary workers, ensuring we meet the diverse needs of our clients and candidates. With a dedicated team of professionals, we are committed to understanding your unique skills and aspirations, matching you with opportunities that align with your goals and inspire you to thrive.
Note
Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted for further consideration. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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