Company Description Become a part of an innovative team helping to revolutionize the way publishers make books available in an on-demand world and helping to revolutionize the way that publisher contentIngram Content Group UK Ltd, is a leader in providing a comprehensive suite of inventory-free on-demand print and distribution services for books to the publishing industry. Lightning Source gives the publishing community options to print books in any quantity, one to 10,000, and provides its customers access to the most comprehensive worldwide bookselling channel in the industry.Job DescriptionDay Shift - Mechanical and Electrical Engineer for Book Manufacturing CompanyJob SummaryTo ensure that all equipment on the print floor is maintained to the highest standard possible.Provide preventative maintenance and breakdown maintenance when required. Provides advanced diagnosis, troubleshooting and repair for advanced electronic and mechanical production equipment, inclding printers, binders, conveyor belts, cutters, distribution equipment, laminators, converters, to ensure efficient operations.Working:6am – 6pm = 12 hoursRota shift -3 shifts / 36 hours per week with additional 20 Banked Shifts per annum20% Shift Allowance3 Closure daysEssential Job Duties:Maintenance of equipmentTrouble shooting - diagnosis of mechanical/electrical faultsPerform preventative maintenance tasksLiaise with suppliers of production equipmentLiaise with Production Manager and Shift Leaders on priority issuesSource spare parts as requiredMaintain stock levels of critical parts in line with cost controls, repair parts, replacement recommendations.Communicate concise information at shift handoverMaintain a safe, clean and tidy work environment to minimise riskAttend regular team meetings or training as requiredPerformance of other maintenance duties throughout the building as requiredTo be responsible for your own Health and Safety adhere to safety guidelines in a warehouse environment and be aware of factors affecting your colleagues in order to maintain a safe environment.To report any accidents, potential hazards to your Line Manager immediately.Engineers will also assist, support and work in general operations, facilities maintenance or production areas to assist with the production of books as business needs or shift leads dictate.Other duties as deemed necessary from time to time.Skills:Ability to retain knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenanceAbility to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a jobEngineering/electrical knowledgeStrong diagnostic skills in both Electrical and MechanicalAbility to apply mastery of skills in adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment, as appropriate.Ability to work independentlyOrganizational skillsAbility to bring a task to closureAttention to DetailPersonal Computing skills to include Microsoft OutlookGood communication skillsAbility to be flexible/multi-task based on workflow demandsCritical thinking skillsQualificationsEducationGCSE Maths & English Grade C or aboveCity & Guilds / NVQ or comparable qualification18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671) City and Guilds 2382 qualification desirable.Experience:2 years equipment maintenance experience in a fast-paced production environment, with a strong electronics background.3 years general mechanical knowledge and electrical knowledgePre and post print machinery experience desirableEssential Physical Demands:Role includes - walking, standing, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling, gripping/grasping, bending, squatting/kneeling, twisting/turning, climbing, crawling, reaching above shoulders, typing/keyboardAbility to perform repetitive manual tasksAbility to work in confined / cramped conditionsAbility to stand/walk for majority of shiftAbility to work flexible hoursAbility to tolerate noise and vibrationAbility to work a flexible schedule which could include nights and weekendsAbility to travel as neededExposure to wide range of temperaturesManual dexterityAbility to see in colourDepth perceptionAdditional InformationPerks/Benefits:Life AssuranceCompany Pension SchemeCompany Sick Pay SchemeContinuous Professional Development and Training OpportunitiesSafety Shoes Voucher & PPE Uniform ProvidedFree onsite parkingFree Hot drinksService Awards
