Job Title: Mould Maintenance Technician
Location: Banbury

Main Purpose:

To provide multi-skilled technical support, ensuring efficient and effective operation of the plant.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Maintenance & Troubleshooting:

• Respond quickly to breakdowns and quality issues, using diagnostic skills to identify and resolve problems.
• Program and monitor plant equipment to ensure optimal out put, adhering to quality standards.
• Conduct planned maintenance in accordance with the 'TPM' process.

2. Teamwork & Improvement:

• Work collaboratively as part of the shift team to meet immediate priorities and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide input on manufacturing facilities, including layouts and services.

3. Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance:

• Follow and enforce all health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 standards and risk assessments (e.g., General, Manual Handling, COSHH).
• Report accidents, near-misses, and adhere to the Lock Out Tag Out Procedure.
• Follow 5S processes for an organized and safe workplace.

4. Quality Control:

• Address and raise quality concerns, collaborating with other departments when necessary.
• Adhere to standardized working procedures and participate in quality checks.
• Escalate recurring quality issues and ensure all quality decisions account for supply risk.

5. Cost Control:

• Engage in continuous improvement projects to enhance safety, uptime, and efficiency.
• Participate in cost-saving initiatives, error-proofing, and equipment modifications.
• Reduce customer demerits and minimize costs associated with quality issues.

6. Employee Engagement & Development:

• Uphold the company’s employee charter principles.
• Participate in training programs and share knowledge with colleagues.
• Support team members' development and identify training needs.
• Contribute to the company's suggestion scheme and support the Fairness Committee initiative.

Personal Attributes:

• Professional, approachable, and results-driven.
• Strong communicator, flexible, and organized.
• Committed to continuous improvement and safety.
• Good decision-making and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.

Skills & Experience:

• Formal apprenticeship in electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic disciplines.
• Strong diagnostic skills with experience in large injection moulding environments preferred.
• Experience with robotics (Kuka, ABB) and hydraulics/PLC work is desirable.
• Strong technical reporting, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel and Access, with good analytical abilities.
• Able to work independently, under pressure, with minimal supervision.

This role description is not exhaustive. The post holder will be expected to undertake additional duties as required and appropriate to the position. Significant changes in responsibilities will be discussed through consultation.

If you are intersted in applying for this Maintenance Technician role please click the link or call 01295 25011 and ask for Dawn or Chloe.