Shift Engineer

Minstrell Recruitment Ltd ,
Dartford, Kent
Salary: £43,000 per annum

Overview

Shift Engineer Salary - £43,000 Dartford Mixed Shift - Days/Nights - 7am to 7pm rotating – 12 Hour Shifts FMCG/Food Production/Automation Pension, Generous Overtime Time Rate, Progression, Training Introduction to the Shift Engineer role I am currently working with a market leader within the food industry and due to double digit growth are now in a position to add to their engineering team. If you are an enthusiastic and passionate Shift Engineer and looking for a forward thinking company this could be the opportunity you have been looking for. The ideal candidate must have both an Electrical and Mechanical background and the experience of working on high speed lines in a Fast Moving Consumer Goods business. Job Purpose for the Shift Engineer role As a Shift Engineer your main job purpose is to provide an engineering resource to support the efficient manufacturing of quality food products, in a safe manner while promoting and maintaining an atmosphere of Continuous Improvement. Shift Engineers job includes • Planned maintenance • Fault finding and breakdown repairs • Installation and modification to plant and services to attain World Class performance from these assets. Shift Engineers Key Accountabilities • Ensure all engineering work is carried out in an efficient and effective manner • To work across mechanical and electrical trades as qualified and authorised. • Fault diagnosis and breakdown repairs of process equipment, packaging equipment and site services. • Maintenance, modifications, installations and upgrades to plant machinery and site services. • Proactive involvement in Project work, including the installation and commissioning of machines and equipment within authorised skill level. • To work with, or lead, multi-functional teams on CI initiatives using agreed techniques to improve production processes and plant design to minimise downtime and improve safety and quality performance. • To undertake training and up-skilling programs as directed by business needs and to keep abreast of technological advancements and maintain skill level. Experience & Qualifications Qualifications required for the Shift Engineer role • 17th Edition Wiring Regulations. (Electrical) • NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or equivalent trade accreditation. • HNC/HND or equivalent in an Engineering Discipline is desirable. Experience • Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a skilled engineering craftsperson / technician. • Practical experience gained within a manufacturing engineering function. • Problem solving and fault diagnosis. Skills / Knowledge • To be conversant Health and Safety requirements directly relating to the Engineering function • Wide range of knowledge of functional engineering disciplines • Ability to solve problems using a logical thought process and implement solutions to prevent reoccurrences • Ability to work consistently to high standards and organise and prioritize tasks accordingly to workload. • The ability to work as part of a multi-faceted team or independently as the situation demands. • Communication with internal and external functions. • PC literate. Application Process If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please submit your CV We will endeavour to contact all applicants however if you do not hear from me within two weeks then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89860442