GMP Recruitment are proud to partner with a leading global manufacturer of innovative packaging solutions. We are recruiting on their behalf for a Maintenance Technician to join their established Maintenance team on a full-time basis, based in Malvern, Worcestershire.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Technician with a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship (preferably Electrical bias) to join a busy manufacturing environment, supporting the maintenance and repair of production machinery to ensure maximum operational efficiency.
Working Schedule
- Full-time continental shift pattern
- 3 Week Rotating Shift Pattern (WK 1 - 6am-2pm, WK 2 - 2pm-10pm and WK 3 - 10pm-6am)
- Salary £40k + 10% shift allowance and benefits package is available for the successful candidate.
Maintenance Technician - Level 2 Main Duties:
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across manufacturing equipment.
- Diagnose faults, troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Observe machinery in operation and identify root cause failures.
- Dismantle, inspect and replace defective components.
- Test machinery and equipment following repairs to ensure safe operation.
- Repair and recondition machine tools and production equipment.
- Source replacement parts and maintenance consumables when required.
- Maintain accurate records using the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and control system faults.
- Utilise predictive maintenance techniques to monitor equipment performance.
- Carry out welding and machining activities where required.
- Operate workshop equipment including lathes, grinders, drills and other metalworking machinery.
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and 5S throughout the maintenance department.
- Support Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability, efficiency and cost savings.
- Act as a technical point of escalation for junior technicians.
- Assist with training, mentoring and supporting Apprentices and lower-level Maintenance Technicians.
- Work collaboratively with Production and other departments to minimise downtime.
- Occasionally travel to other company sites to provide support or attend training when required.
Maintenance Technician - Level 2 Experience Needed:
- Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship, preferably with an Electrical bias. (Essential)
- Technical qualification in an Engineering discipline. (Essential)
- GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths. (Essential)
- Previous experience within a manufacturing maintenance environment. (Essential)
- Experience within Blown Film Extrusion, Printing or Conversion environments. (Desirable)
- Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and control systems. (Essential)
- Ability to fault find and repair electrical and mechanical equipment. (Essential)
- Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). (Desirable)
- Competent using Microsoft Office applications. (Essential)
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical diagrams. (Essential)
- Experience using measuring instruments and hand/power tools. (Essential)
- Ability to carry out failure analysis and implement corrective actions. (Essential)
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to maintenance. (Essential)
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. (Essential)
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure. (Essential)
- Willingness to travel occasionally to other company sites if required. (Desirable)
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining production equipment to the highest standard, ensuring minimal downtime whilst supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
An immediate start may be available for the successful candidate.
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Maintenance Technician in Malvern employer: GMP Worldwide
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