Engineers - Mechanical & Electrical
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About the role
We are looking to recruit several electrical and mechanical engineers to facilitate a move to a rotating shift pattern during the summer. Successful applicants will work closely with the manufacturing team maintaining and servicing all processing machinery to ensure that machinery downtime is kept to a minimum and that all preventative maintenance is conducted to avoid production disruption. You will need to have worked in a similar manufacturing environment and be able to carry out preventative maintenance, fault finding and deal with machine down-time efficiently. The candidate will rotate as part of a multi-disciplinary team working across both day and night shifts. Excellent communication skills are a must as well as a flexible and proactive approach to ensure the needs of the business are met. If you are seeking the chance to join a well-established company who will offer you a rewarding career, then send your CV in for immediate consideration. Sponsorship will only be considered for these roles from candidates who already have a valid VISA and who are currently working in the UK.
Responsibilities
- Complete repairs and breakdowns in a timely manner and perform RCA's (Root Cause Analysis) to ensure corrective and preventative actions are completed.
- Maintain the highest standards of housekeeping.
- Comply with all company Health & Safety rules and be able to escalate any failures.
- Work closely with the Engineering Manager and the Manufacturing Managers.
- Be part of an Engineering team dedicated to providing a world class service.
- Be confident to communicate effectively and have the initiative to take the lead when required.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and practices.
- Comply with all existing SWPs and contribute to the continuous improvement of SWPs.
- In the future support and mentor Electrical Apprentices on site
- About you:
- Essential Requirements:
- Must be fluent in English (verbal and written)
- Excellent I.T Skills
- Relevant degree and a good practical working knowledge is essential
- Minimum 3 years' post qualification experience working in a fast-paced factory/manufacturing environment.
- Good experience and able to demonstrate a methodical approach to fault finding
- Conversant with UK Health & Safety rules, regulations and best practices.
- Ability to priorities workload and concisely record information
- Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
Benefits
Additional Information
Job Title: Engineers - Mechanical & Electrical Location: Preston, Lancashire, UK Salary: Circa £42,000 (+) pa starting salary dependent on experience. Plus shift premiums Job type: Full time, Permanent Shift: This is a 24/7 shift-based role working 12-hour day and night shifts. We are currently in the process of finalising our shift pattern and are considering options such as 4-on/4-off and the Panama (2-2-3) rota. As part of this process, we're keen to take into account team feedback to ensure the chosen pattern supports both operational needs and work-life balance. The final shift arrangement will be confirmed before your start date. About Gafoor: Gafoor is a dynamic and rapidly growing family-owned business in Preston. They are a key player in their sector operating on a national basis, supplying poultry products to leading blue chip manufacturers.
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