The Role
This is a newly created role to head up our Engineering Shift Team as company goes through a period of growth.
To ensure equipment is set up ready for shift start, Product Change, performs at required output and ensure lines are shut down correctly
KPI’s to be reviewed every shift to maintain focus on delivery and cost.
Consistent reporting of all activities including breakdown repair
Carry out RCAs for repetitive breakdowns or large losses to OEE
Target the completion of 100% of PM’s, using forward thinking to get maintenance done whenever possible.
Understanding of health & safety and food hygiene rules and regulations.
To assist in initiatives and proactive working to keep site waste below 3%
To provide an engineering function that can deliver 85% OEE on site.
To review and allocate the workload between the other Multi Skilled Engineer’s on shift.
To liaise with Shift managers, Product leads etc to be proactive to the production plan, issues that arise and gaining access to machines.
To make best placed decisions based on information, tools available and discussed between Operations and engineering teams
To ensure that a thorough technical handover is given between previous and following shift.
Daily downtime sheets/ filling in shift or downtime book/ Maintenance records
Correctly completed history in Maintenance system, and engineering shift report
Service sheets completed and adherence through daily and weekend plan
The Person
Is a natural leader and decision maker
Is confident to work autonomously but also works with all people well
Easily adapts their style depending on the audience
Works effectively across all departments
Qualifications and skills
A relevant Mechanical/electrical trade qualification or diploma
Experience within a manufacturing environment, food industry knowledge is an advantage
Strong troubleshooting and technical ability
Positive mindset, with a flexible mindset that is open to change
Experience of PLC, HMI Scada controlled systems is desirable although not essential
Benefits & Reward
42 hours / Shift pattern
Competitive Salary £42,000 plus DOE
Overtime rate paid above standard working hours
NEST Pension Scheme
Company Sick Pay Scheme