Mechanical Service Engineer

Company profile: A leading manufacturer of consumer packaging, encompassing both cartons and flexibles are looking to recruit a Mechanical Service Engineer

Title: Mechanical Service Engineer

Role and Responsibilities:

Responsible for the installation, service and maintenance of machinery in customer facilities. The incumbent is a key member of the Technical Service team and partners with our converting and sales teams to meet the needs of the customer.

• Conducts top-level troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair
• of electrical, mechanical and controls related problems on machines installed at customer locations, including overhauls and field upgrades as necessary
• Participates in the development, processing and follow up of specifications during machinery tests, debugging and start up, as well as, during the development and field testing of new carton designs
• Develops and maintains productive working relationships with customers and acts professionally and proactively to resolve equipment, cartons or service-related issues
• As the technical expert, partners with sales and converting manufacturing individuals and teams to resolve customer issues, as well as, support new business opportunities and product development projects
• Applies continuous improvement concepts and techniques to increase equipment productivity. Participates in process improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Effectively utilizes IT systems (in-house and standard applications)
• Maintains skill base necessary and consistent with machinery and carton technology
• Provides instruction and training to customers’ staff on safety, operations, machinery maintenance and proper carton handling procedures
• Prepares service reports, modified schematics, standard operating procedures and carton specification updates to support field initiatives and changes
• Reports on progress of projects / assignments to all internal and external stakeholders
• Conducts audits, evaluations and assessment of machine systems / performance results
• Liaises with other companies / OEM’s working on common projects

Qualifications and knowledge:

• 4 or more years of related experience and/or formal training in equipment maintenance, repair and troubleshooting. Knowledge of packaging or similar equipment is advantageous
• Technical training with graduation or education of industrial or mechanical engineering
• Demonstrated ability to read electrical, mechanical engineering PLC and operator interface knowledge/experience.
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement methods, i.e. Six Sigma methodology
• Must be prepared to travel if required on short notice.
• Working hours are flexible to meet Customer demands. Some shift / out of hours working will be required as necessary.
• Higher level of English reading, writing and speaking skills
• Full clean driving license
• Effective communicator, both orally and written, with internal and external customers
• Successfully identifies root causes and resolves problemsand issues
• Develops positivecustomer relationships throughcustomer-focused mindset, build trust
• Is a team player,works well with others inside and outsidethe organization
• Detail-orientated and technically minded
• Is a self-starter, has initiative, can effectively work independently with minimal direct supervision
• Effectively managestime, plans, projectsand related tasks
• Flexible approachto ensure timelyand professional serviceto support customer and the internal manufacturing process
• Continuously meet targets and objectives, accountable for results

Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE