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Zenith People are working with our client who are a Manufacturer based here in the North -East and are looking to recruit an experienced Production Technician on a permanent basis.

SALARY competitive depending upon experience & Client are willing to review CV's/Salary on a case by case basis.

Day Shift Monday to Friday 8am – 4pm

Duties & Responsibilities are as follows:-

1. Carrying out repairs to Automated production lines

2. Perform planned preventative maintenance in accordance with the maintenance program.

3. Ensure planned maintenance is scheduled and has the least amount of impact on production time as possible.

4. Keep a suitable range of spares in stock to cover most breakdowns

5. Ensure suitable external contractor engineers are on hand to help as required.

6. Perform a daily walk round to ensure all machines have been set and are running correctly.

7. Ensure all SOPS (Standard Operating Procedures) are carried out to standard

8. Maintain and keep up to date all equipment log books and record machine maintenance

9. Work closely with the Quality Department to ensure Corrective and Preventative Action training is completed fully and promptly

10. Strive for continuous improvement across the plant

11. Operate machines in Manufacturing and Packing areas.

12. Ensure all tooling and change parts are stored in the correct manner to prevent deterioration and / or damage.

13. Inspect and polish tooling ready for the next production run so they are ready when required

14. Advise when tooling and change parts becoming overly worn and require replacing.

15. Keep records and logs of tooling.

16. Ensure Tools are in good condition and well maintained

Person Specification

The following table details the qualifications or skills/experience required to fulfil the above job description. These are split up into Desirable or Essential Criteria. These criterions will be used to shortlist applicants during the recruitment process via a completed Application form or Curriculum Vitae (CV) and interview where relevant.

Essential Skills / Qualifications

* Experience and qualified mechanically biased engineer

* Self Motivated

* Polite, professional and personable manner.

* Accuracy and Diligence

* Team-worker

Desirable Skills / Qualifications

* Suitable Engineering / Maintenance qualification

* GCSE in English, Maths above Grade C