Shift Electrical Technician

Job Description:

Are you a skilled Electrical Technician looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your expertise in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our flagship Canning Manufacturing Plant in Rugby!

Main Purpose of the Position:

As a Shift Electrical Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and continuous operation of our plant's electrical systems and equipment. You will work on a 4 on 4 off shift rotation, including both day and night shifts, with a generous holiday allowance and additional rota days.

Key Responsibilities:

• Installation & Maintenance: Install and maintain high-speed industrial process equipment, power, lighting, control, and PLC logic controls.
• Troubleshooting & Repairs: Diagnose and repair electrical equipment, components, transducers, and complex timing and inspection devices.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform regular maintenance on assigned electrical systems to prevent malfunctions.
• Optimization: Ensure effective equipment operation through proper line control programming and suggest improvements.
• Facility Services: Install and troubleshoot facility power distribution and lighting services.
• Documentation: Update wiring schematics and computer/PLC program printouts, maintain daily log-books, and records.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to job safety practices, policies, and procedures, and comply with hazardous waste management and environmental requirements.

Qualifications:

• Education: Apprenticeship in Engineering/Mechanical discipline or equivalent experience, relevant electrical engineering qualification, current electrical certification.
• Skills: Proficient in wiring, assembling, and laying out electrical/electronic systems, working knowledge of wiring schematics, computer program printouts, and Microsoft Office.
• Attributes: Enthusiastic, proactive, with a can-do attitude, effective communication, organizational, and influencing skills, analytical skills, and ability to work under pressure.

Experience:

• Background: Experience in a high-speed, high-volume continuous manufacturing process.
• Technical: Ability to use hand and power tools, electronic test equipment, and assist with breakdowns and line conversions.
• Team Player: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, willingness to travel, and support colleagues.

Why Join Us?

• Growth & Development: Maintain technical knowledge through training courses and continuous learning.
• Impact: Play a vital role in optimizing our manufacturing processes and ensuring operational excellence.
• Environment: Work in a supportive and safety-conscious environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, apply now to become a part of our dedicated team!

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