Fitter - Kings Dyke

We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognizable brands such as Thermalite blocks, London Brick, Ecostock, Cradley, Formpave and Jetfloor, Bison Precast.
Our product range comprises of clay bricks, Thermalite blocks, aggregate blocks, Red Bank chimney, roofing and flue systems, precast concrete and flooring products and Formpave permeable paving.
Forterra represents exactly what we do and have always done. Our purpose is to manufacture products that are the essential to the nation’s construction sector, helping our customers build with ease and confidence. Moreover, we continue to lead our industry in terms of standards and safety.
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Kings Dyke Team in the position of Fitter.
Your duties would include but not limited to the following;

• Maintain the site mechanical plant and equipment to ensure the efficient and safe working of the plant.
• Carry out preventative maintenance daily and installation of new equipment as required.
• To provide shift cover when necessary.
• To respond to and act upon the fault report system. (CMMS, SQCDP, OEE).
• To organise stores items and ensure stores is correctly stocked to minimise breakdown times.
• To work closely with shift colleagues, Supervisors, Operators, maintenance Co Ordinator’s, shift managers, Production Manager, and Works Manager to ensure the sites targets and objectives are achieved, in SQCDP.
• To ensure the Health and Safety of self and others (Golden Rules).
• To be self-motivated and able to work on own initiative.
• Conducting preventative and planned maintenance using Pirana CMMS, OEE.
• Dealing with plant break downs.
• Carry shut down preparatory work.
• Ensure effective communication through daily logbook entries.
• Maintaining department and site housekeeping standards.
• Participating in continuous site improvement.
• Work with engineering contractors as required.
• Maintain, inspect, and test site services as and when required.
• Ensure the integrity of the stores by booking out items and communicating zero stock items and re-ordering as required.

About You;

• Experience of industrial installations and control systems.
• The ability to fault find and test automated machinery.
• Knowledge of Hydraulics and Pneumatics (Primarily).
• Welding and Cutting experience would be advantageous.
• Effective communication skills.
• A good understanding of health and safety is essential.

What We Can Offer You;

• Competitive salary and paid annual leave
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme