My job
We are currently recruiting for an Engineer (Electrical Bias) to provide technical support in the correction, prevention and elimination of technical problems for the site. To work with production during factory start up.
Responsibilities:

• Responsible that the company Health, Safety, Environment and Hygiene policies are adhered to.
• Responsible for managing and closing out all equipment failures, work orders and PPM jobs.
• Responsible for all parts used & jobs raised & completed.
• Responsible for housekeeping of all workshop areas and ensuring that the department is audit ready at all times.
• Responsible for your own engineering hand back procedures.
• Ensure all work is carried out to specification and that food safety standards are met.
• Ensure that targets are met using the appropriate technical support in the correction, prevention and elimination of problems.
• Demonstrate a clear teamwork ethos with the Engineering department and across other departments.
• Excellent timekeeping, attendance and adherence to company procedures.
• Chooses the most appropriate method and tools for communication.
• Respond promptly and effectively to ensure quick resolution to any issues to minimize any downtime, quality and efficiency problems.
• Participate constructively as a member of the department, keeping everyone informed and proactively share your knowledge and expertise within the team.
• Understand and contribute using a range of risk assessment techniques in order to ensure safety of plant, equipment and people.
• Support a culture that enhances behavioural awareness of quality, safety and the environment.
• Demonstrate good behavioural and safety principles in all activities.
• Continually strive to reduce costs whilst ensuring production downtime is kept to a minimum.
• Be adaptable to any shift pattern that the company deems necessary for the business and be available to support other teams

Essential Criteria:

• A recognised qualification for mechanical or electrical engineering

• Technical Hands-On Engineering Experience, preferably through recognised time-served apprenticeship within food manufacturing

• Technical qualifications and competence in mechanical/electrical
• BTEC Engineering certificate/equivalent qualification
• Knowledge of Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Mechanical or Electrical systems
• Skills and capability to logically diagnose and fault find on a variety of equipment/situations.
• Strong experience in ensuring safe working and safe systems of work is utilised and followed.
• Experience of risk assessing maintenance activity and controlling safe working practices
• Experience of working on high hazard equipment & competent in undertaking safe isolation
• Strong evidence of good interpersonal and communication skills
• Specific experience of clarifying priorities to customers in a busy environment
• Proven ability to get the best from a diverse team through a calm and clear approach.
• Ability to engage positively with production to ensure equipment release for maintenance.
• Experience and knowledge of Lean and Asset Care Excellence techniques.
• Experience of Root cause analysis activities

Desirable Criteria:

• Knowledge and use of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Working knowledge of SAP
• Ability to interrogate and program PLCs.
• Experience of working with OEM suppliers to drive improve machine performance /reduce costs.
• Knowledge of H.A.C.C.P. System and food safety practices
• Proven track record of mentoring within an engineering team

The company
Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.
Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.
Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.
What we'll bring to the table
Competitive Salary
Competitive Holiday Entitlement
Pension Contribution
Family Friendly Policies
Learning and Development Opportunities
Life Assurance
People matter
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Our values
Determination
Simplicity
Availability
Humility
Discipline
Sincerity
Ownership

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