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Industrial Engineer

Reed
Posted 12 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 4BW, England

Salary

£38,587 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • Join a medium-sized metallurgical plant in the UK as an Industrial Mechanic I with a salary of £38,587.14 annually.
  • This full-time role requires either a Level 3 equivalent qualification in engineering or workshop technology, or 3 years of experience in an industrial mechanical setting.
  • Responsibilities include the installation, maintenance, and removal of machinery, as well as responding to plant breakdowns and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Candidates should have proficiency in English, familiarity with hand and power tools, and the ability to interpret risk assessments.
  • The position offers benefits such as a defined contribution pension scheme, 26 days annual leave, and the potential for salary progression to £42,891.91 after 18 months.

Industrial Mechanic I

  • Location: UK
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Salary: £38,587.14 annually

Join a medium-sized metallurgical plant, part of a large global organisation, as an Industrial Mechanic I. This role involves the installation, maintenance, and removal of machinery and other industrial mechanical equipment within the factory. The position also includes general maintenance tasks in office environments, operating under minimal supervision and reporting directly to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Safely complete routine repairs, installations, and removals of mechanical equipment including jaw crushers, conveyor belts, pneumatic valves, and hydraulic systems.
  • Operate fixed and mobile power tools such as pillar drills, bandsaws, welding sets, lathe & mill, plasma cutters, and CNC plasma table. Utilise vehicles including counterbalance forklift trucks, articulated boom, and scissor lifts.
  • Respond to plant breakdowns by identifying root causes and delivering field repairs.
  • Interpret mechanical diagrams and ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Take on additional responsibilities and duties as required by the business needs.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Right to live and work in the UK.
  • Level 3 equivalent qualification in engineering or workshop technology, or 3 years of experience in an industrial mechanical setting.
  • Proficient in English communication, both verbal and written, particularly regarding job assignments, procedures, and safety standards.
  • Familiarity with the safe use of hand and power tools.
  • Ability to interpret risk assessments.

Desired Skills:

  • GCSEs in mathematics, engineering, or physics.
  • Machine shop experience.
  • Experience in welding.
  • Previous experience in an industrial setting.
  • Basic knowledge of electrical systems.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including an annual bonus.
  • Defined Contribution Pension scheme.
  • 26 days annual leave.
  • Private Medical benefit.
  • Excellent sick pay scheme.
  • Opportunity for salary progression to £42,891.91 after 18 months, subject to meeting competency levels and satisfactory attendance.

Working Hours:

  • Monday to Friday rotating shift pattern: 6:00-14:15 & 14:00-22:15

To apply for the Industrial Mechanic I position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.