Kepak Cork are currently recruiting for an experienced trade qualified Electrician or Mechanical Fitter to join the Maintenance team our in a busy beef processing plant.
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of a team responsible for all aspects of machine and equipment maintenance, specialising in the repair of industrial equipment.
This is a shift role that covers a 24/7 production plan in a busy food and retail packing facility.
Additional positions exist with fulltime, flexi hours offered on a rotational morning/day shift basis, candidates must be available to work a variety of shifts.
Key Responsibilities: Repair of industrial production equipment such as high speed machines, conveyors, packaging machines, gearboxes, bearings and hydraulics.
Assist the Lead Maintenance Technician with the implementation of preventative maintenance programmes for all machines in assigned area.
Assist with the continuous monitoring of all machinery and equipment within the plant.
Ensure real time repair of machines and equipment to get them back up & running within optimum time frame.
Document all aspects of maintenance work carried out and keep management informed of potential issues.
Adhere to company safety policies at all times.
Requirements Key Competencies/ Experience: Ideally must have experience working as a maintenance engineer within a manufacturing/industrial business, preferably within the food or packaging industries.
IT literate and experienced in automation Good communication skills, enthusiastic, hardworking and energetic.
Flexibility to meet peak work demands as required Benefits What can we offer you?
Time and a half for over time Subsidised canteen Free parking Cash sales available Pension plan Flexibility of holiday planning Flexibility for Shift Work (including Saturdays and Sundays) Paid first break 30 mins for second break Permanent contract Career progression Note: This factory is located in an area that is not easily accessible by public transport.
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