At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair injection and blow moulding machinery in a busy manufacturing site.
- Company: Join a global leader in high-quality plastic components for various sectors.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 34 days holiday, and learning opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible shift pattern with a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and enhance your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with injection moulding machines and strong problem-solving skills.
We are looking for a confident Mechanically Bias Maintenance Technician to join the established Engineering team at our clients busy manufacturing site in Blackburn. Supplying high quality plastic components into the automotive, medical and industrial sectors you will need to have a proactive approach to maintaining and repairing injection and blow moulding machinery. You will need to have a solid understanding of Hydraulics and working with the wider engineering team you will be responsible for tooling support and ensuring consistent product quality across the manufacturing operations. Working a panama shift pattern of 2 weeks of days and 2 weeks of nights, you will work 7 shifts across a 2 week period.
Ideally we are looking for someone who has experience and a good understanding of plastics process, injection, blow moulding machinery and manufacturing to further enhance the team at this global manufacturing site in the heart of Blackburn.
Key Responsibilities of a Mechanical Maintenance Technician:
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance of machinery on site.
- Diagnose and fault-find, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults.
- Support machine changeovers, tool changes and continuous improvement activity.
- Work closely with production teams to minimise downtime.
- Ensure all work is carried out in line with health & safety procedures.
- Complete maintenance documentation accurately.
Experience & Qualification required for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician:
- Apprentice-trained or time-served Maintenance Engineer, Level 2 considered depending on experience.
- Experience working on injection moulding machines would be an advantage.
- Mechanical background.
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
- Experience within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
- Proactive, flexible and a strong team player.
Salary and Benefits of a Mechanical Maintenance Technician:
- Salary £46,800.
- Panama Shift - 2 Weeks Days & 2 Weeks Nights.
- Holiday 34 Days (includes 2 week Christmas shutdown).
- Free on-site car park.
- Canteen facilities, including hot drinks.
- Learning & Development opportunities.
If you feel you are ready to take the next step in your career and have the right skills and experience for this Mechanical Maintenance Technician role please click Apply or contact Permanent Vacancies team.
Maintenance Technician in Blackburn employer: IMPERIUM RECRUITMENT LTD Careers
Join our dynamic team at a cutting-edge distribution centre in Wakefield, where your expertise as a Lead Maintenance Technician will be valued and rewarded. With a competitive salary of around £46,000, comprehensive training, and clear pathways for career progression, we foster a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and operational excellence. Enjoy the benefits of on-site parking, a company pension scheme, and the opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a fast-paced environment, making a tangible impact on our operations every day.
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