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Location: Birmingham, UK
Company: A global leader in the supply of metals, renowned for high quality and unrivalled manufacturing processes
Role: Forge Maintenance Engineer
Overview: We are seeking a Forge Technician for a unique and challenging role based in the heart of Birmingham. Our client, a global leader in metal supply, is expanding their team following a period of sustained growth and success.
This is a unique opportunity to join a leading global brand in UK manufacturing, with a role that combines maintenance and operational duties on a heavy press machine.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain a bespoke heavy press machine, with knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
- Manufacture raw materials, monitor machine output, and identify production issues.
- Monitor and control machine performance and settings.
- Move materials using forklift trucks, cranes, and slinging systems as required.
- Always maintain a clean and safe workplace.
- Support and contribute to the area's lean assessment process using continuous improvement tools and techniques.
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities to maintain and improve 6S standards and auditing systems.
Ideal Candidate:
- Background in maintenance engineering.
- Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
- Seeking a new challenge that combines maintenance with operation.
- Forward-thinking with an ambition for personal growth.
Additional Responsibilities for Forge Technician:
- Fault finding on control panels of an automated forgings press.
- Operating a bespoke machine called a Rumx, ensuring optimum output.
- Maintaining Rumx, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical mechanisms.
- Maintain and repair PLC systems.
- Check machine output and identify issues.
Hours of Work:
- Continental shift pattern: 4 on 4 off.
- Shifts: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm / 7:00 pm - 7:00 am.
Salary:
- Starting at 37,470 per annum, plus 1,225 shift allowance per month.
Application: If you wish to be considered for the position of Forge Maintenance Engineer, please apply and start your application. We look forward to receiving and reviewing your CV and application.
