Cpl is delighted to be partnered with a luxury confectionery producer in Co. Meath.
The company requires an experienced Maintenance or Automation Technician for their production facility due to continued business growth.
Job Description
The role is full-time, working 40 hours per week with the following shift pattern:
* Week 1: Monday – Thursday, 06:00 - 16:30 (days)
* Week 2: Tuesday – Friday, 06:00 – 16:30 (days)
* Week 3: Monday – Thursday, 22:20 – 03:00 (nights)
A shift premium of 12.5% is paid from 4:30pm to 12am and 25% from midnight to 3am.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Troubleshoot and repair equipment and electrical system issues in a timely and effective manner.
* Perform corrective and preventive maintenance in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical control systems.
* Provide day-to-day electrical utilities and engineering services in a busy high-speed manufacturing environment.
* Analyze data reports on equipment and systems to generate improvement initiatives.
* Monitor machine output on the shift to ensure all cells are running to cycle time, meeting specific OEE targets.
* Ensure spares requirements are met in Operation of Engineering Stores.
* Prepare for and perform line changeovers as per the production schedule.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance documentation.
* Liaise with the operations team in the planning of maintenance work.
* E nsure maintenance works efficiently, effectively, safely, in line with the maintenance strategy, and responsible for carrying out planned work.
Required Key Skills
* Minimum 2+ years proven Electrical or Mechanical experience in high volume Manufacturing.
* Experience with conveyors, depositors, wrapping machines, weighing machines.
* Troubleshoot and repair damaged or poor-performing equipment.
* Assist in compiling and presenting technical feedback on engineering performance relating to yield output, downtime, and where necessary, make engineering improvements and enhancements to increase productivity and efficiency.
* Previous working knowledge of a CMMS system is an advantage.
* Excellent technical and fault-finding skills.
* Good understanding of Preventive Maintenance Systems.
* Experience within a Computerized Maintenance Management Work Order system environment.
* Experience working on high-volume processing/utility equipment.
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to take lead on maintenance issues and to work independently or as a team member.
* Experience with documented Permit to Work System.
* Responds positively to changing circumstances and priorities.
* Proven track record in your current role is essential.
The role is varied, requiring both electrical and mechanical skills. Candidates who can show an aptitude and ability in both disciplines will have a distinct advantage.