Shift Engineering Technician (Night Shift)

Plymouth
3 months ago
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Seeking a Night Shift Engineering Technician at Plymouth to advance the world of health™. You'll use your electrical engineering skills to troubleshoot production issues, mentor technicians, and drive continuous improvement.

This role offers a competitive salary, a 48% shift premium, and a generous benefits package. A Level 3 electrical engineering qualification and experience in high-volume manufacturing are essential. Join us and become a maker of possible! Apply now!!

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New role in Plymouth

We are looking for a Industrial Electrical Engineer who will support the Process group in resolving technical issues within the production areas of our site. You will use your technical expertise to guide and mentor Production Technicians, work to improve processes using your creativity, fault find, troubleshoot, refurbishment of equipment and parts, attend breakdowns and take ownership and use your initiative to champion continuous improvement. We are the makers of possible

This is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Why join us?

Learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory while leaving a legacy at the same time.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. You'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place. Become a maker of possible with us!

This role is available on Night shift (11pm - 11am) 3 days on and 3 days off offers a competitive salary plus a 48% shift premium.

Our generous benefits including:

Matched contribution Pension scheme up to 10% of salary

Life assurance and critical illness cover

Private Medical Insurance

Share save scheme - matched up to £150/month

Reward & recognition scheme linked to Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement

Employee Assistance Program, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing

Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme

Subsidized canteen

Free car parking

240 hours annual leave, increasing to 247.5 after 5 years service

Main responsibilities will include:

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.

About you:

At least a Level 3 qualification in 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.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

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