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Shift Engineer (late shift)
 
Our client is a well-established, fast-growing, and forward-thinking company specialising in the import of high-end specialty teas, herbs, and infusions from around the world. They are the UK’s market-leading contract packer for specialty teas, with a focused, friendly, and highly professional team.
 
Due to continued growth, they are looking to expand their team and appoint a Shift Engineer for the following shift:
 
Hours: 2PM to 10PM, Monday to Friday
Location: Tonbridge, Kent
 
Job Summary:
The Shift Engineer will ensure a safe working environment and that all machines operate safely and efficiently. You will support the Site Engineer in controlling the stock of spare parts to ensure alignment with the speed of the production lines.
 
Areas of Responsibility:

Machines and Workshop Essential Functions:

Train all production staff to run machines satisfactorily without supervision
Ensure all machines are safe and compliant with legal standards
Support the implementation of the Preventative Maintenance Schedule
Adhere to Trading, Weighing, and Measures legislations Responsibilities:

Carry out routine maintenance work and respond to equipment faults
Diagnose breakdown problems
Fit new parts and ensure equipment is functioning correctly
Control maintenance tools and equipment
Address emergency, unplanned problems and repairs Main Tasks:

Conduct daily startup checks
Perform in-house machine checks
Execute planned weekly and monthly maintenance Job Knowledge/Skills/Experience:
Essential:

Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
People management skills
Teamwork capabilities
Ability to understand a range of engineering functions and procedures
Knowledge of health and safety in the engineering workplace
BTEC Level 3 in Operations and Engineering Optional:

Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Forklift License Benefits:

22 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays
Pension Scheme
Performance Bonus Scheme
Opportunities for progression within the company