Gas Sel Assembly Technician

Job Description We are looking to hire an excellent Gas Seal Test Senior Operative to join our team in Slough. You ensure that all test activities are carried out in accordance with the company HSE, quality and productivity standards. You will also be responsible for the planning and scheduling of work as well as driving improvements to ensure an excellent service is provided to our customers. Duties and Responsibilities Plan/distribute workload including urgent requests, break downs or fast turnaround refurbishments Ensure team members are fully trained, ensure good communication / motivation practices & adherence to Health & Safety regulations PC and recording activities which include test schedule, SAP, test equipment database Schedule the workload and co-ordinate actions within the test area Lead Continuous Improvement projects for the test area and deliver daily SPQCD update to technicians Check and verify test specifications for upcoming tests on the schedule Setup and install seals for test including seal removal and cell strip down Run tests and be the first point of contact to resolve any technical issues regarding testing or test rig Co-ordinate what test equipment is needed with relevant team members. This includes the maintenance and storage of test equipment Support reviews of procedures within the test bay including risk assessments. Implement best practice processes within the area. Carry out/monitor the 5S audits and drive completion of actions Required Skills and Experience Previous experience in supervising/leading a team Excellent communication skills Apprenticeship trained Assembly/test experience, understands work instructions and technical drawings Good IT skills Experience of using and implementing Continuous Improvement tools About Us Smiths is always looking for curious minds. For new colleagues who want responsibility and relish a challenge. Those who would like to use their talents to help make the world safer, healthier, more efficient and more connected. We're proud that we've been helping propel the human world forwards during our 160 year history of innovation. By looking at things differently. By adapting and never standing still. And by always thinking big. Today we're an aligned global business of five divisions and around 22,000 colleagues that touches the lives of millions every year across five vibrant global markets. For more than 100 years, John Crane has partnered our customers around the world to deliver innovative solutions that improve process and equipment reliability through a relentless focus on quality, a passion for service, and uncompromising commitment to our people, safety, the environment and ethical business practices. With more than 5,800 employees around the globe, we supply and service the products used by our customers in process industries for their mission-critical operations. Being a valued and trusted partner is more than what we do?it is our legacy. Our core values?respect, ownership, integrity, customer focus and passion?guide our actions and behavior every day. So whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out on your career, our global scale and focus on growth means great career opportunities for the right colleagues. There's never been a better time to join Smiths. And help us create the future. Diversity & Inclusion We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.