Job Description:

The business is recognised as a trustworthy and respected manufacturer of plastics within it’s Industry. Established over 30 years ago the company offers employees secure employment and longevity of service.

As part of their ongoing growth, they now have an opportunity for a Mechanical Technician to support the Tooling Team.


THE ROLE:
Supporting the Tooling Team with tool changes, cleaning and maintenance activities to ensure continuity and minimum disruption to production. Duties will include:-

• Assembly and changing of production tooling.

• Clean down.

• Analysis of tooling condition and reporting of defects and issues.

• Support in any required maintenance or upgrades.

• Updating of tooling maintenance records

THE CANDIDATE:

• Previous experience in a “Mechanical” role, servicing, maintaining or carrying out basic repairs (open to industry or mechanical application).

• Use of hand-tools and associated equipment.

• Relevant qualifications would be a benefit, but transferable skill set is more important.

• General duties can be trained, but applicants will need some abilities and knowledge around mechanical systems

• Excellent problem-solving skills along with attention to detail and pride in their work.
• Strong communication and reporting skills

BENEFITS:

• Salary: up to £31,800

• Holidays: 22 + bank Holidays

• Contributory pension

• Life Assurance / Wellbeing support

Previous candidate titles may include; PM Technician, Planned Maintenance Tech, Mechanical Technician, Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Engineer, Lubrication Tech, Maintenance Operative, Tooling Operative, Tooling Tech, Tool Technician, Moulding technician.

This is a permanent vacancy and The Hire Place LLP is acting as an employment agency on behalf of its client.