Engineering Technician

CK Group are recruiting for a Engineering Technician, on behalf of a global medical technology company, to support production to minimise downtime and maximise output. This role is a day shift on-site role, working 3 days on and 3 days off, based in Plymouth.

The Role:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for, providing comprehensive on-shift engineering support to Technical Associates in resolving complex equipment breakdown situations in all relevant manufacturing areas.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise and support to Production Technicians in resolving complex machine-related faults.
• Act as a process expert for specific equipment, guiding others and sharing knowledge.
• Mentor Production Technicians, fostering their development in fault diagnosis and technology utilisation.
• Utilise technology, including PCs, HMI screens, and MES, for effective fault diagnosis and equipment management.
• Identify and implement improvements to existing equipment, focusing on cost reductions, productivity, quality, and health & safety.
• Assist Project and Process Groups during the installation and start-up of new equipment, contributing to continuous improvement programmes.
• Lead small process improvement projects, coordinating relevant skills such as Toolroom, Quality, and Validation.

Your Background:

• At least a Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in a similar high-volume assembly and manufacturing role.
• Proficient IT skills for operating SAP systems to log maintenance, order parts, and diagnose faults using data.
• Strong engineering aptitude with the ability to fault find and resolve technical problems.
• Background in hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, electrical, and servo systems is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, with a positive attitude and patience when mentoring and assisting less experienced associates.

Apply:

It is essential all applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference in all correspondence