Are you an experienced Engineering Technician? Do you consider yourself to be hands-on, proactive, and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Plymouth?
We have a permanent Engineering Technician role available within BD's state-of-the-art Push Button production line. This role is ideal for someone with a strong electrical/mechanical background and is technically minded, improvement-driven, and collaborative.
Role: Shift Engineering Technician (Days)
Location: BD Medical, Belliver Way, Roborough, Plymouth PL6 7BP
Salary: 36,000 + 32% shift allowance (Day Shift) = 47520
Shift Patterns:
Responsibilities:
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Providing technical support to Production Technicians by resolving complex faults on automated equipment
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Mentoring and guiding team members in technical fault diagnosis and machine understanding
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Using HMI screens, MES, and PCs to monitor and diagnose faults
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Acting as a subject matter expert on specific equipment/process areas
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Leading and contributing to process improvement projects and initiatives
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Assisting with installation and commissioning of new equipment
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Identifying and implementing improvements across quality, cost, productivity, and safety
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Supporting in reducing machine downtime and boosting equipment efficiency
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Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Quality, Validation, and Toolroom
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Logging maintenance activities and order parts using SAP and other systems
Essential requirements:
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NVQ Level 3 qualification (minimum) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
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Proven experience in high-volume manufacturing environments (2+years)
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Technical knowledge across electrical, mechanical, and automated systems
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Ability to use SAP and fault diagnosis tools
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Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and servo systems
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Excellent verbal and written communication
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Mentoring and teamwork skills
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Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure
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Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation
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Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
Benefits:
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Matched contribution pension scheme (up to 10% of salary)
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Life assurance and critical illness cover
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Reward & recognition schemes for Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement
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Employee Assistance Program for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
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Being part of advancing the world of health within everything that you do
Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy