Engineering Fitter - Ballymena

Engineering Operative - Permanent Ballymena

An opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Operative to join a leading manufacturing company in Ballymena, carrying out technical and operational duties to support efficient production and maintain the highest standards of food safety and quality.

About the role:

• £35,000 - £39,000 per annum
• Dayshifts and nightshifts and weekend availability
• Shift times: 7am-7pm & 7pm to 7am
• 42 hours a week on average
• Company pension scheme
• Permanent role

What you'll be doing in this role:

• Actively support and assist Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with all operational functions including, breakdowns, machine cover, problem solving, data collection and where appropriate routine machine running during absences/holidays.
• Set up equipment and complete changeovers as directed by Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer or Shift Lead in a timely and accurate manner and vigilantly monitor machine operation for signs of impending problems, addressing any problems promptly to minimise downtime.
• Perform duties to the highest standard adhering to standard operating procedures in a safe and efficient manner to maximise production and achieve targets.
• Promote accident prevention on your line by adhering to all safety guidelines and standards.
• Responsible for machine operation during periods of absence / illness and / or production requirements.
• Actively investigate faults ensuring root cause is determined and follow up on actions to sustain improvements. In the event of routine/standard breakdowns across the production lines. In the case of non-standard faults escalate to shift lead.
• Conduct basic routine maintenance of equipment (i.e., PM's) where required and ensure that procedures are followed accurately and that all necessary paperwork is completed.

What you'll need for this role:

• Experience in an operational role within a manufacturing industry working towards regulatory and customer standards.
• Previous experience in mechanical breakdowns.
• Ability to complete basic maintenance and replace mechanical parts.
• Ability to set up and adjust key line side equipment ensuring highest standards of quality.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive and can-do approach.

Riada are an equal opportunities employer.