Electrical / Mechanical Maintenance Technician - Nights

Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting for a Maintenance Technician on a permanent basis.
You will ideally have an apprenticeship or Level 3 Qualifications in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
Location- Luton, UK
Shift Pattern Night Shift 10pm-6am eight hour shifts
Salary 48,000- 49,000 per annum (including premium) plus two bonusses on top
This role is based in a manufacturing plant in Luton. There are nearly 1,500 employees based at the site. It is a fast paced, high volume site working across 3 shifts and producing 2,500 products a week for the end customer.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintaining, repairing and improvements for all equipment as required to safely deliver the product to the customer on time, at the required quality and cost.
Attending equipment breakdowns and working with the team to get production operational in the shortest possible timescale, using your excellent general mechanical/electrical skills
Carry out various predictive, preventative and reactive maintenance processes, with appropriate feedback to your supervision and corrective actions to continually improve machine availability to production
Completing various reports and developing/updating working procedures and safe practices, including risk assessments, job instructions and planned/preventative maintenance layout.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
Must have completed a recognised Maintenance Apprenticeship
This role requires flexibility with regards to mechanical/electrical versatility and willingness to work extended hours when necessary
Good working knowledge of various automated manufacturing systems, including robotic applications (welding, handling, sealing, hemming) PLC's, resistance welding, conveyor systems, jigs and fixtures
Good communication skills
Excellent fault finding and problem solving skills
A good understanding of relevant Health and Safety processes and procedures
Ability to analyse throughput and quality data in relation to equipment performance and act upon it accordingly
Ability to demonstrate a good practical knowledge of continuous improvement processes
Good working knowledge of predictive, preventative and reactive maintenance processes
Ability to demonstrate self-motivation and the ability to work with minimum supervision

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.