THE COMPANY – GTS FLEXIBLE MATERIALS LTD.

GTS was established in 1967 for the supply of electrical laminates and heat activated adhesive tapes to the flexible printed circuit industry.
We have since become one of Europe’s leading and most progressive designers and manufacturers of flexible circuit materials and adhesive coatings with a reputation for quality, reliability, and durability.
GTS materials, supplied worldwide, have unlimited applications including flexible printed circuitry for use primarily in the automotive industry and insulating materials for power generation. Growth markets include the electric / hybrid vehicle market and the renewable energy sector.
GTS has three manufacturing / warehousing units in Ebbw Vale and has been based on the Rassau Industrial Estate since 1991, with subsidiary offices in Germany and France servicing its wide export business requirements. GTS also has significant levels of business in China and Korea demonstrating the Company’s global reach.
Based at the main Rassau plant, the vacancy will be permanent subject to a satisfactory probationary period.
You will work as a member of the Engineering Department team.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

· Timed served apprentice
· Minimum ONC, or equivalent qualification
· Multi skilled preferred, with formal electrical qualification with demonstratable mechanical experience.

EXPERIENCE WITH THE FOLLOWING IS DESIRABLE:

· Instrumentation systems (Thermocouples, level control, loop control)
· Inverter drive control
· Fault finding & diagnostics skills
· Knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic control systems
· Competent in the use of a lathe, MIG welder and other workshop equipment

ADDITIONAL SKILLS DESIRABLE:

· 18th edition I.E.E regulations
· FLT/MEWP Training
· CMMS experience
· 5S, Continuous Improvement

· To provide support to production operations in all issues.
· Carry out activities by prioritising productions needs as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
· Engage as a member of the multi-skilled Engineering team, working with the team to continuously improve the maintenance function.
· Diagnosis and resolution of equipment breakdown issues.
· Involvement in projects, plant improvement and equipment manufacture.
· Execute Planned Preventative Maintenance activities.
· To provide site support for the building and facility maintenance and security.
Ensuring:
· Safe working of all plant and equipment within Health & Safety requirements.
· Reacting effectively to minimise machine downtime, while executing planned preventative maintenance activities to increase machine availability and performance.
· An understanding of the manufacturing process which allows integration of the engineering team, with production personnel.
· Documented activity report
· Effective handover
· Engineering stores stock levels are maintained
· 5S housekeeping within engineering workshop, work area and stores area