Are you an experienced Shift Engineering Technician?
Do you consider yourself to be hands-on, proactive, and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around the South West?
We have a fixed term Shift Engineering Technician role available within BD's state-of-the-art Push Button production line. This role is ideal for someone with a strong electrical/mechanical background and is technically minded, improvement-driven, and collaborative.
Role: Shift Engineering Technician (Day & Night Shifts Available)
Location: BD, South West
Rate: £36,000 + 32% shift allowance (Day Shift) / 48% shift allowance (Night Shift)
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Shift Patterns:
Day Shift: 11am - 11pm (3 days on, 3 days off)
Night Shift: 11pm - 11am (3 nights on, 3 nights off)
Responsibilities:
Provide technical support to Production Technicians by resolving complex faults on automated equipment
Mentor and guide team members in technical fault diagnosis and machine understanding
Use HMI screens, MES, and PCs to monitor and diagnose faults
Act as a subject matter expert on specific equipment/process areas
Lead and contribute to process improvement projects and initiatives
Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
Identify and implement improvements across quality, cost, productivity, and safety
Support in reducing machine downtime and boosting equipment efficiency
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Quality, Validation, and Toolroom
Log maintenance activities and order parts using SAP and other systems
Essential requirements:
Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Proven experience in high-volume manufacturing environments
Technical knowledge across electrical, mechanical, and automated systems
Comfortable using SAP and fault diagnosis tools
Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and servo systems
Excellent communication, mentoring, and teamwork skills
Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure
Desirable requirements:
Benefits:
Matched contribution pension scheme (up to 10% of salary)
Life assurance and critical illness cover
Private Medical Insurance
Share save scheme (matched up to £150/month)
Reward & recognition schemes for Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement
Employee Assistance Program for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme
Subsidized canteen and free parking
240 hours annual leave (increasing to 247.5 after 5 years of service)
Advice and editing on your current CV
Dedicated support team throughout your assignment
Paid holiday
Access to exclusive online restaurant and retail discounts
£300* referral bonus opportunity
Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
Competitive rates of pay
Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
