Engineering Technician

About the job

Title: Engineering Technician

Location: Dunstable

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: £30,000 to £38,000 based on skills, experience and qualifications.

We have an exciting opportunity for multi-skilled Engineering Technician to join us in our engineering department. Reporting to the Engineer Assistant Manager you will assess and support machinery operational and safety performance at the Dunstable site, record issues found, and corrective actions taken to rectify issues, as well as respond to breakdowns. It is ideal role for someone looking to progress within an engineering environment.

Here's What You Can Expect to Be Doing:

• To routinely assess the machinery and report any defects that need attention to the Engineer Assistant Manager.
• To make safe and if necessary, prohibit the use of any machine that is liable to cause injury to any employee or visitor to the site.
• To communicate all areas of concern regarding the Plant, buildings, and machinery to the Lead Engineer.
• Trouble shooting and resolve of problem in conjunction with the Shift Managers where necessary.
• Stock checks and requests for parts where necessary.
• Routine plant checks, chillers/compressors/vacuum systems.
• Follow a maintenance schedule to ensure that all routine tasks are completed.
• Carry out any other appropriate instructions/tasks necessary to the success of the business as determined by Engineer Assistant Manager.

A Few Things About You:

• Strong individual with an analytical and logical approach to problem solving.
• Someone who has high attention to detail.
• A can-do attitude, able to overcome obstacles with a team approach.
• Organisational and planning skills to manage your time and to meet deadlines and objectives.
• Interpersonal skills that enable you to work with people at all levels and to motivate others.

Your Experience, Knowledge & Training Will Include:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• City and Guilds Level 3.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience in using workshop equipment and tools, e.g., mitre saw, pillar drill and hand tools.
• Experience gained from working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience in FMC Environment (desirable)
• ONC Certificate (desirable)

Who We Are:

Flexipol is in its 28th year, and during this time the business has grown steadily each year, providing long term secure employment.

The company is BRC certificated and is an approved food packaging supplier to key manufacturers in the UK and internationally, such as those in the Marks and Spencer supply chain.

The Company prides itself on its innovative approach to product design and manufacturing, along with an excellent reputation for high-quality customer service.

We believe that our success is due to our unique blend of technical collaboration, innovation and extraordinary service and most importantly, the skills, team work and dedication of our employees.

Why Work for Us:

Aside from the competitive rate of pay, the following is available:

• Workplace pension
• Hours of work 12hrs shift
• Employee Referral scheme
• Annual performance bonus
• Overtime Rate 1.5x
• Weekend Rate 1.5x
• Length of Service Award (vouchers and additional annual leave days)

Flexipol is an Equal Opportunities and Age Positive Employer

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