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Maintenance Engineer

Chippenham
1 month ago
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iRecruit4 are hiring for Maintenance Engineers for our client based on the outskirts of Chippenham. This position offers genuine Temporary to Permanent positions with fantastic rates of pay.
Benefits of the Maintenance Engineer:

  • Fixed shifts.
  • Monday to Friday
  • Temporary to Permanent positions
  • Up to £25.00 Per Hour (£48,000 Per Annum)
  • Company Pension
  • Fantastic company ethos and environment.
    Experience with:
    Ilpra Thermal Packaging Machines
    Sigma Liquid dispensing machines
    Ketan Labellers
    Steam Generators/ Compressors and chilling systems are all used within the business so will be an added benefit.
    Duties of the Maintenance Engineer:
  • Supporting the production team to ensure an efficient production environment.
  • Reporting to the senior engineer and engineering manager.
  • Good knowledge of pneumatic and electrical systems, including fault finding.
  • Work with both reactive and planned maintenance across all production.
  • Regularly inspecting and repairing machinery and equipment.
  • Ensure downtime is minimised for the coat effective running of the plant.
  • Ensuring HSE procedures are followed during engineering activities.
  • Working with Thermal Packaging Machines, Liquid dispensing machines, Steam Generators/ Compressors and chilling systems.
    Skills Required for the Maintenance Engineers:
  • Previous experience in production processes and equipment.
  • Excellent fault finding and diagnostic skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Previous experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing is advantageous.
    Additional Information:
  • Monday to Friday
  • 06.00 - 14.00
  • Up to £25.00 Per Hour (Dependant on experience)
  • Outskirts of Chippenham location.
    If you are interested in this position please apply today
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