Maintenance Technician, Burton upon Trent

Job description

Job Scope

Working within the Mixing Department as a Mechanical Fitter dealing with various types of machinery (Rubber Mixers, Two Roll Mills, Batch Off’s, Calenders and supporting machinery).

Role responsibilities

· The repair and maintenance of rubber processing machinery and supporting services including mechanical transmissions, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and components as required.
· Diagnosis/Fault Finding of malfunctioning mechanical systems, equipment and components
· Routine maintenance, lubrication schedules and safety related parts of machinery checks
· Assist other electrical and mechanical team members to complete required maintenance work
· Effect repairs using techniques including MIG/MMA/TIG welding of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, fabrication skills, manual machinist skills (lathe and vertical/horizontal milling and bench fitting and assembly.
· Carrying out safe lifting operations using overhead cranes, hoists and other lifting appliances
· Comply with all safety norms and regulations of working
· Complete all tasks as assigned by the supervisor
· Following all standard operating procedures of working
· Attending relevant training and development activities

Required Qualifications and aptitudes

Education

· Qualified to HNC level in an appropriate Mechanical Engineering discipline, with a minimum NVQ level 3 in a Mechanical Plant / Maintenance related subject although related and comparable vocational experience and academic qualifications will be considered

Essential Criteria

· Strong understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic principles and ability to read and understand complicated schematic drawings
· Good aptitude for mechanical repairs including manual machining, bench fitting, welding and fabrication skills.
· IPAF 3a and 3b license and accredited counterbalance FLT license desirable, willingness to undertake training and put into practice essential.
· A sound problem solving ability
· Good communication
· Sound technical knowledge of the processes and machinery
· Self-motivated, focused and able to work on own initiative
· High level of resilience and able to work effectively under pressure