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Business: APC is a global leader in the manufacture and sales of blood-derived functional plasma proteins and red blood cells. Our ingredients are used in animal diets, agronomy, and other industries to add value through the unique properties that positively impact billions of animals, and plants, each year. Today APC employs 500+ people in 8 countries with 17 manufacturing facilities worldwide.
APC (GB) Ltd is a manufacturer of pet food ingredients and is a joint venture between the SARIA and LGI Group, America. This is a small but highly motivated operation based in Doncaster and is supplying ingredients to the main pet food Companies in the UK and distribute all over the world.
The Position
An exciting opening has arisen for a Field Technician to join our team at our APC Doncaster site. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join an established and growing company, that is committed to helping conserve natural resources and protect the environment. In return we will offer you the opportunity to develop your existing skillset by investing in your training and future development in order to progress you to the next level and fulfil your potential.
This is a full-time, permanent position, working 45 hours per week, working Monday to Friday. The position does involve travelling (UK wide) and occasional overnight stays will be required.
As a Field Technician your duties and responsibilities will vary based on business requirements but will include:
* To visit abattoirs throughout the UK, maintaining various systems and equipment, ensuring the company is informed of any issues that may arise in a timely manner.
* Involvement in the installations of abattoirs.
* Dismantling components and equipment and assembling mechanical components.
* Diagnose faults on the equipment used.
* To become an integral part of the team of APC technicians and ensure product quality is achieved.
* Ensure thorough investigation and corrective actions are conducted at site for all complaints and ensure these are reported accordingly.
* To ensure both APC and suppliers are kept up to date with any issues highlighted internally or externally.
* To work away occasionally (including overnight stays) and work on other sites ensuring all H&S requirements are fulfilled.
* Any other ad hoc duties as requested by the Management Team.
The Person
* Candidates must hold a full UK Driving Licence.
* Must have a minimum grade C in GCSE Maths, English, Science, or equivalent.
* Previous mechanical / engineering experience within a continuous process / manufacturing environment.
* Experience and knowledge of TIG welding and diaphragm pumps would be essential.
* Have a high regard for safety, quality, and compliance.
* Be accurate and have a great attention to detail.
* You must be a proactive and motivated individual.
* Be able to work on your own or as part of a team.
* Be an effective communicator both written and verbally.
Salary: Competitive Salary and Benefits, plus Company van
* Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted due to the high volume of CV’s being received