QUALIFICATIONS - MINIMUM

Time served HNC/HND (Mechanical and Electrical) with practical engineering supervision / (minimum 2 years) desirable in a manufacturing environment packaging / FMCG / automotive.
PLC & Pneumatics control experience essential - ability to design/ modify / build software.
Practical approach to modern problem-solving tools & techniques.
NEBOSH/IOSH H&S qualifications and wide practical experience are desirable.

QUALIFICATION - DESIRABLE

Qualifications in Engineering minimum HNC/HND in electrical and mechanical engineering.
Wide knowledge / experience of mechanical / electrical PLC & Pneumatic systems, including programming.
18th Edition wiring regulations.

MINIMUM SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Engineering experience in a ‘lean culture’ manufacturing environment.
Several years’ experience as a Maintenance / Facilities in a packaging /automotive / FMCG working environment.
Broad knowledge of equipment types: packaging & processing.
Continuous improvement techniques & Tools 5s, Kaizen etc.
Awareness of modern technologies.
Effective communication skills & attitude.
PC literate.
Good communication skills & attitude.
Team player.
Flexible approach to work.
Competent & self-motivated.
Leadership Skills - team motivator - problem solver / coaching skills.

OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES DESIRABLE

Result driven / change agent.
Ability to work under pressure to achieve tight delivery schedules.
Wide management maintenance / engineering experience in a selection of modern ‘lean cultured’ manufacturing environments.

To promote and ensure a safe and healthy working environment for employees. Actively support the H&S committee & meetings associated with the site H&S policies & procedures.
To provide & oversee the maintenance / repair / routine service of the sites processes, services & equipment in alignment with production & management needs.
Ensuring all maintenance / service complies with all the legal, regulatory & H&S requirements.
Support the production team in the application of TPM & PPM activities; ensure all activities are completed on time in line with the annual plan.
Ensure all paperwork completed in line with the maintenance process/system is accurate & legible.
Positively support & drive continuous improvement culture through the production areas with the maintenance team.
Support Risk Assessments & all H&S improvement activities & complete issues raised in a timely manner.
Recommend Capital investment projects to improve production/site performance.
Be responsive to support production needs for maintenance & repair in line with priorities set by the Maintenance Manager.
Support and Conduct operator training as required.
Actively carry out continuous improvement activities / initiatives & Kaisen events to maximize productivity. Proactively identify & make recommendations for improvements.
Sharing experience, best practice, relaying all relevant knowledge & information with colleagues.
Demonstrate good housekeeping.
Actively support the new product introduction process from an engineering perspective. Attend meetings as required, source equipment/solutions & conduct test & trails / pre-production run when required.
Be flexible in your approach to working to support production needs.
Any other duties as required by the Maintenance Manager.