Electrical Assembly Technician / Electrical Fitter / Engineer

Electrical Assembly Technician / Electrical Fitter / Engineer with experience of assembling / wiring industrial packaging machinery required ASAP for a permanent day role in Knutsford / Warrington Area. This role attracts a salary of GBP23,000 - GBP26,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications). The basic working week is 40 hours (Mon - Fri 8am - 4.30pm / 6am-2pm / 2-10pm)

The client may also consider candidates who have recently completed a panel wiring / electrical engineering apprenticeship in the Manufacturing Sector or are currently in trainee / junior / semi-skilled role with at least one years' panel wiring experience.

Salary & Benefits:-

• GBP23,000 - GBP26,000 pa (dependent on experience and qualifications).
• 20 days holiday + B/Hols - increasing 1 day a year to max of 25 days + B/Hols
• Availability of bonus depends on company performance and is discretionary
• Company Pension
• 30 minutes lunch and 2 x 15 minute breaks.
• O/T at 1.5x Midweek & Weekend.

Job Objective: To effectively perform electrical and pneumatic installation duties on all equipment to the required timescale and quality and in accordance with the job specification/drawings and works order. To provide an effective and efficient electrical installation maintenance and fault finding service on customer's sites.

The successful Electrical Assembly Technician / Electrical Fitter / Engineer day to day duties will include:

• Build control panels as per drawing/specification, wire safety switches, sensors and any remote control panels as specified on the drawing, utilising conduit and trunking as necessary
• Report any faults or shortages on build to the Team Leader
• Inspect hire machines and take appropriate action to bring the machines' condition/functionality to the current or required standard
• Complete final tests on all electrical work taking action to rectify any faults identified
• Ensure all electrical fittings / wiring meets the required safety standards, wiring is numbered correctly, all electrical connections are tight and there are no loose or extraneous wires.
• Conduct an inspection of electrical aspects and ensure compliance in accordance with the inspection sheets
• Load and download appropriate PLC programmes as necessary to ensure correct running of the machine
• Deal professionally, competently and courteously with customers, suppliers and colleagues in verbal and written communications.
• Maintain all appropriate documentation and ensure that all unused components are returned to stores appropriately
• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge for the effective performance of the role
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area

To be suitable for this Electrical Fitter / Panel Wirer role you must have the following experience / characteristics:

• Must have previous experience of building control panels and wire panels.
• Ideally be time served / completed apprenticeship as an Electrical Fitter / Panel Wirer, Electrical Engineer.
• Previous experience of downloading and installing of PLC programs onto machinery.
• Relevant electrical qualifications.
• Good communicational (oral, reading and writing) skills.
• PC Literate - MS Word / MS Excel
• Full UK Drivers Licence

To be more suitable for this Assembly Fitter / Panel Wirer / Electrician role it would be more advantageous if you have the following skills / experience:

• HNC or higher qualification in a relevant electrical / electronic engineering discipline
• Knowledge of electrical controls systems / PLC's, servo motors, pneumatic and hydraulic components
• Relevant PLC training / qualifications
• Previous experience of wiring / assembling packaging or processing machinery used for the Food or Pharmaceutical sectors.
• Commissioned machinery on customer's site.
• Mechanical assembly experience.

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The Successful Electrical Assembly Technician / Electrical Fitter / Engineer / Machine Wirer will be a team player who is highly motivated and keen to succeed. Always aiming to produce a quality product, adhere to health & safety policies at all times and have previous experience of working in a busy manufacturing environment. You will also have a standard-level education, have the relevant qualifications or experience, be punctual, conscientious, keen and have a practical approach to work...... click apply for full job details