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Production Engineer
Job Posted: 6 hours ago
Salary: £ 42,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Crewe
Expire in: a month
Job Description
MB841: Production Engineer
Location: Crewe
Salary: £42,000 (£50,400 inc shift allowance)
Working Hours: Mon to Fri. First week - 6am till 1.25pm, Second week 1.25pm till 9pm
Company Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, Contributory pension scheme with life assurance, Employee share scheme , Employee shopping savings portal, Payment of Professional Fees
Overview:
First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic manufacturing business who are looking to recruit a Production Engineer on a permanent basis due to growth.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Install, repair and maintain machinery and equipment as appropriate
Implement the 5S method to ensure the workshop has all the necessary equipment required to be efficient as possible and that the workshop, cupboards and stock control are kept at the highest standard
Organise building/engineering contractors as required for installation or repair purposes and monitor their performance against agreed specification, timescale and cost
Provide an effective proactive maintenance and breakdown service
Ensure effectiveness of the computerised planned maintenance system by updating the system and, in conjunction with production management, develop schedules which minimise machine downtime
Attend the daily production meeting to discuss any Engineering issues across the plant and arrange any work as required
Order machinery parts and spares as required and maintain an efficient control of stock
Plan and draw up specifications, including the design of electrical installations, for any alteration to buildings/facilities and act as Project Leader
Provide a buildings maintenance programme to include sprinklers, heating, compactors, ventilation, lighting replacement, air conditioning, purchase of fuel oil and portable electrical appliance testing, fixed wire testing, handheld extinguishers, LOLER and pressure vessels
Liaise with Landlord to ensure full services are provided and maintained and, as necessary, represent the Company in dealings with external bodies
Maintain fire detection equipment
Prepare annual budget information and monthly costing reviews
Liaise with the Finance Director regarding future costings and project work
Identify and recommend to Head of Operations/Managing Director any improvements to plant, equipment, systems or procedures which would improve operational efficiency
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of electrical/electronic and engineering systems and techniques
Ensure the site services ie, compressed air, lighting and heating are as efficient as possible
Build a positive and fully supportive relationship with the engineers
Assess employee performance on an on-going basis and via the performance review process
Conduct departmental team briefs
Support the training and development of engineering personnel as required
Act as project engineer for building works and machine installations
Provide engineering support out of hours as availability dictates
Cover all absence of a shift engineer when necessary
Monitor the progress of apprentices closely to ensure adequate training is provided
Ensure there is good communication with the college for the duration of the apprenticeships
Work in conjunction with the Health and Safety manager to ensure all COSHH/risk assessments, method statements, PUWER and SOPs are up to date and correct
Ensure adherence at all times to the Company’s Quality Assurance Policies and Procedures and maintain compliance to appropriate standards
The quality management system has been designed and developed to meet the requirements of ISO9001, PS9000, BRC, FSC and PEFC. The quality management system defines the Company’s policies and standard operating procedures on design, product security and safety, hygiene, environment, resource and training
Carry out work safely in the interests of other employees and themselves, in compliance with current legislation and Company Environmental, Health & Safety procedures to include general housekeeping
Any other tasks associated with this role, which are suited to the individual’s abilities and level of training as directed by the Line Manager
Skills and Qualifications:
Fully health and safety aware
Use of maintenance systems/stock control
PLC knowledge
Welding
Project managing (Desirable)
Basic building maintenance
5S/lean manufacturing (Desirable)
First Aid
T card system
Electrical installation
ONC mechanical/electrical engineering
HNC/HND electronic/electrical
NVQ 2 and 3
Structured apprenticeship
17th or 18th Edition IEE wiring regulations
2394/2395 installation, test and inspection
Minimum 5 years’ experience on the tools
Electrical, mechanical and pneumatic experience
Worked under complex conditions and timescales
Worked in a fast production environment
Managed a team
Project team leader experience
Print and packaging industry knowledge
Experience of Komori, Heidelberg, Bobst, Speedmaster and Miyakoshi machines (Desirable)
MB841: Production Engineer
Location: Crewe
Salary: £42,000 (£50,400 inc shift allowance)
Working Hours: Mon to Fri. First week - 6am till 1.25pm, Second week 1.25pm till 9pm
Company Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, Contributory pension scheme with life assurance, Employee share scheme , Employee shopping savings portal, Payment of Professional FeesBefore You Apply
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