Engineer - united kingdom, bodmin, cornwall

kepak is an irish owned food company, serving international markets, restaurants and household food service names with prime cuts of meat, on trend food service solutions and ready-for-market convenience foods.

with over 50 years' expertise in the meat craft, we are still leading the way with bespoke innovations and highly successful, international food brands.

purpose of the role:

to provide effective maintenance support to the production team, maintain and repair the equipment, machinery and tools used in the factory

main responsibilities:

undertake electrical and mechanical routine checking of equipment, quality inspections and troubleshooting on the production lines and process, working to minimise down time

troubleshooting using plc logic

electro-mechanical repairs to high-speed, plc-controlled plant, handling and packaging equipment, also pneumatic and hydraulic control systems

effective communication with productions teams, providing timely updates on breakdowns/down time

technical support for the plant facilities and services, including compressed air, refrigeration, and steam

input to and carry out preventive & predictive maintenance routines

support production team in achieving targets

closely monitor line and machine performance, identifying and investigating faults

intervene online as soon as any deterioration in performance occurs

be observant and work off your own initiative when a fault is detected and take remedial action based on your best judgement on whether to effect immediate repair or not

analyse the efficiency of current procedures and suggest improvements

work with equipment suppliers on new equipment, installations, and modifications

maintain cleanliness in any areas in which you are working, including any transit areas to and from the workshop, including the workshop and stores

co-operate and participate fully in training and development in cross-skilling and other job-related competencies

update the maintenance management system (cmms), records of all changes, stores transactions made, and work carried out

actively participate in toolbox talks and undertake permit to work and/or risk assessments

be available to support and participate in rotating shift cover roster

ensure all systems comply with the relevant health and safety legislation, as well a relevant site food hygiene and safety requirements

working hours:

monday - friday

06:30hrs until 16:00hrs

full time contract

pay:

gbp38000 per annum

job source code: indhp

requirements

nvq level 3 mechanical and/or electrical qualification essential

bsth edition - 17th is acceptable with ongoing commitment to 18th

experience working in meat/food production environment preferred

comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plc control, refrigeration and ptw systems desirable

strong diagnostic/root cause analysis skills essential

proactive and "can-do" attitude essential

adaptable to change and willingness to upskill and learn new disciplines as required

sound understanding of integrity and compliance to relevant legislation and company processes/procedures

commitment to good practice

fluent english, communicates well in written and oral form with multi-nationals on all levels

ability to multitask and work under own initiative to deliver to deadlines

relationship builder with influencing skills

strong team player

benefits

31 days annual leave (after probation)

weekends off

employee benefits platform

pension plan

refer a friend scheme

training & development

on-site parking

cycle to work scheme

subsidised canteen

ppe and work wear provided

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