Factory Maintenance Technician in Braintree, Essex

Founded in 1985, ATS is a company with a presence in the United States, Mexico and the United Kingdom. We are professionals in Industrial Maintenance and we make factories run better.

Principal Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs mid to expert level break-fix & preventative maintenance. This includes but is not limited to: observing devices in operation to locate root cause of problem; dismantling devices to gain access to and remove defective parts; examining parts to detect imperfections; adjustment of functional parts of devices and control instruments; repair and/or replacement of defective parts; testing of device to observe performance; and performing tests for electrical circuitry and mechanical systems; reconditioning and repairing machine tools.
• Identifies and sources parts, supplies and repair items as necessary.
• Independently performs maintenance as per industry standards.
• May be required to setup and operate multiple machining operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metal working tools to make and repair parts. May perform welding tasks.
• Complies with 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Drives and participates in CI activities - processes, results and cost savings.
• Updates records and reviews CMMS history.
• Troubleshoots and analyses control systems to resolve software/hardware and configuration problems.
• Utilises predictive maintenance technologies to collect equipment performance data.
• Provides assistance to lower level technicians and leadership to small teams. Performs more advanced functions as a part of training and development.
• Completes on-the-job and technical self-study programs for career development.
• Follows all safety related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions and guidelines. Situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviours and conditions.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs), & Behaviors Required:

Essential KSAs:

• Three or more years of related experience in general industry; or equivalent combination of relevant training and experience.
• Understands electrical, mechanical, fluid power and control systems. Can analyse problems and perform repairs.
• Must be able to use basic hand tools and specialised tools as appropriate.
• May be required to travel.

Desirable KSAs:

• High degree of professionalism.
• Commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to perform multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and people skills and good organisational skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Competencies:

• Safety
• Communications
• Customer Focus

ATS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to all applicants and employees without regard to age, colour, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected status.