Mechanical Technician | Bolton | Full Time – 36.5 hours per week | Monday to Thursday, 7 : 30 am - 4 : 00 pm, and Friday, 7 : 30 am – 12 : 00 pm | £28,000 – £35,000 per year
Founded in 1966, our client combines the focus on practical service and attention to detail that comes from an owner-managed business with the dedicated professional and high-specification service delivery that comes from over 50 years’ experience in a complex technical engineering field.
They are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Technician to join their team in Bolton.
Are you the right person for the job?
- Previous experience working in a workshop environment, with proven experience in general fitting
- Proven experience in general machining (e.g., turning, milling), stripping and assembling mechanical seals and pumps, and planning the manufacture and repair of components
- hands on approach
- strong interpersonal communication skills
- positive, motivated and a team player
- decisive, pro-active, self-motivated and assertive, both internal and external customer focus
- the ability to adapt to the variable demands of the business (out of hours working)
- ability to demonstrate working under own initiative and think things through to a solution (preferred)
- ability to work under own supervision
- Ability to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility
- Minimum - completion of a recognised engineering apprenticeship (e.g. City & Guilds, BTEC 3, NVQs) (Preferred)
- Good level of PC literacy with experience of using PC’s, Windows, Microsoft, etc. (Preferred)
What will your role look like?
To receive, inspect and assess mechanical seals and rotating equipment for repair in accordance with company policy and proceduresRepair, assemble and test mechanical seals and rotating equipment in accordance with company policy and proceduresPromote and support the company quality & safety standards, focusing on continuous improvement whilst contributing to, and demonstrating the company values and behavioursEnsure all equipment received for repair is entered on the system in line with company KPI'sCreate and / or compile all relevant documents and ensure all information is present, correct and stored digitally in the correct locationEffectively assess mechanical seals and rotating equipment for repair in accordance with procedures, creating relevant assessment & inspection reportsEffectively plan the repair and manufacture of parts using the ERP systemEnsure the cleanliness and suitability of all seal and rotating equipment components during assessment, repair & assemblyEnsure all drawings, specifications & SOPS, etc are adhered toEnsure all necessary machining & repairing of components is completed to specifications (turning, milling, grinding, polishing, lapping, etc)Ensure all workshop paperwork is complete as requiredIdentify areas for improvement and contribute to the development of systems, processes and proceduresContribute to the maintenance, development and improvement of the facility, equipment and machineryContribute to the maintenance of health and safety proceduresResponsibilities are not exhaustiveWhat can you expect in return?
Non contractual yearly profit share bonus25 days + Bank holidays annual leavePension matched by employer up to 6%Interview Process
The interview process will consist of a two-stage selection process.
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