Stafforce are looking for an experienced Technician to set up, maintain, and repair a range of textile machinery to ensure maximum production efficiency. The role may also require working on winding/twisting machines as needed. Full training will be provided, but hands-on experience is essential.
What to expect:
Maintain and repair machines according to the planned and preventative maintenance schedule
Monitor, manage, and reduce machine downtime as necessary
Respond proactively and promptly to machine breakdowns to minimise production impact
Diagnose and resolve faults, machine emergencies, or unplanned problems systematically and logically
Contribute to the development of planned and preventative maintenance schedules
Complete work records for all maintenance activities
Work as part of a project team on the installation of new machinery
Report all safety and maintenance issues to the Managers
What we need:
Practical engineering experience with mechanical production machinery and equipment
Qualified or time-served apprenticeship, preferably in a mechanical-related background (not essential)
Ability to recognize, diagnose, and correct faults on a range of machinery and equipment
Technical competence to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
Manual dexterity to perform all maintenance activities
Tenacity to work through problems to final completion and correction
Composure to react positively in difficult or emergency breakdown scenarios
Experience working with pneumatic equipment is a bonus but not essential
What we can offer:
A starting salary of up to 32,000
Company dedicated to upskilling staff
Great company culture
Company pension
Overtime available
Free on-site parking
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