Mechanical Technician

Aurorium LLC -
Workington

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Mechanical engineering
Maintenance
English
CMMS
IT
NVQ
Root cause analysis
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Vacancy Name

Mechanical Technician

Vacancy No

VN615

Department

Engineering

Location

Workington

Employment Type

Full-Time

Company Overview

Aurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Our specialty ingredients and high-performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions. Key industries served include household products, coatings & adhesives, energy & electronics, healthcare, food & beverages, agriculture, transportation, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care® company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company’s global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control and safety.

Description

To carry out mechanical maintenance tasks in a safe manner to appropriate standards.
To assist the Mechanical Supervisor in the execution of their daily tasks and step up to provide cover for aspects of the Mechanical Supervisor’s role, where appropriate.

Job Details

Role Specific Responsibilities:

Technical:
Ensure all work is carried out in a safe manner and without harm to others or the environment, in line with company policies.
Execute mechanical maintenance tasks as required, including both planned and emergent work.
Tasks will include but are not limited to, installation of pipework and fittings, installation of screwed and bolted joints, installation and alignment rotating machinery (high value mechanical seals, pumps, agitators etc.), condition based monitoring, pump and valve overhauls/repairs.
Identify any parts required, collating the relevant details and where appropriate, contacting the supplier for a quotation.
Assist in the development of Predictive and Preventative Maintenance Routines (PMR) and write appropriate routines so that others can carry out the task.
Contribute to Root Cause Analysis of failures both formally and more generally through discussion with others and the Maintenance Supervisor in order to improve the reliability of equipment.
Recommend and monitor workshop spares holding, ensuring any parts used are replenished.
Record all work in the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) currently MP2.
Assist where required in the training of others on site in order to increase the skills and knowledge of the workforce in order to better execute their roles.
Provide cover for the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor during absences and at other times as required.
To undertake other duties as may be required

Business Improvement:

Active participation in continuous improvement and other lean manufacturing initiatives
Participation in problem solving
To take responsibility for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the business
To assist in the training, mentoring and assessment of other team members

To exercise autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidance

Compliance:

Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangements
Reports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptly
Acts in a safe and responsible manner at all times

Problem Solving and Innovation:

Active participation in continuous improvement activities
Participates in problem-solving
Takes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the business
Assists in the training, mentoring, and assessment of other team members
Exercises autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

General good knowledge of maintenance processes
Good IT Skills – able to adapt to new IT systems
Detail oriented and well organised, able to prioritise and handle multiple tasks
Embodies the core values of Aurorium:
credible: keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actions
outcome-oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impact
driven: passionate about delivering authentic, world-class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatness
empowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standard

Education & Qualifications:

Maths, English, IT Literate

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline

Experience: (industry and job specific)

Served a recognised apprenticeship scheme or equivalent training.
Experience and knowledge of rotating equipment (centrifugal pumps, mechanical seals etc.)
Experience and knowledge static equipment (flanges, pipework, valves, PVVs, RVs, flame arresters, etc.).
Knowledge of predictive techniques.
Experience in a similar environment, ideally a Top Tier COMAH site.

Basic knowledge of relevant legislation, e.g. LOLER, PUWER, PSSR, HASAWA, COSHH and DSEAR

Status

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