Site Service Technician

RS Group plc

  • Wigan, Greater Manchester
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
Site Service Technician - WiganWeekends OnlyAbout the role:This role is based at Kraft Heinz in Kitt Green, Wigan - one of the largest food factories in Europe.As part of the contract lubrication services team you will be required to perform routine lubrication tasks across the site, such as greasing, oil changes and basic lubrication-related maintenance activities to a fixed schedule in-line with site's SOPs.Our core offering is the provision of lubrication, condition monitoring and oil testing services to customers in food and beverage, manufacturing, transport, utilities and heavy industry. The rapid and effective testing of these samples is paramount to our customers understanding the health of their machines and being able to make informed decisions around what steps to take to extend the life of this equipment.Key accountabilities:
  • Lubrication of plant equipment.
  • Responsibility for a predefined section of the site from a lubrication task perspective.
  • Liaise with client engineering teams and build a strong rapport with onsite staff.
  • Inspection and maintenance of lubrication points and oil levels.
  • Collection of oil samples.
  • Completion of visual PMs and equipment inspections.
  • Assisting sites with inventory management.
  • Concise and accurately reporting your findings.
  • Performing site audits and supporting Heinz's lubrication programme to a world-class level.
  • Championing continuous improvement and lubrication best practice within the team.
  • Acting as an understudy for the Team leader and Supervisor when needed.
  • Responsibility for the delivery of specialist projects onsite, specifically relating to auto-lubrication systems and other value-added elements of the lubrication contract.
What we're looking for:
  • Knowledge of installing, maintaining and repairing auto lubrication systems and piping out are key, as this is a key element of this roles.
  • Previous experience in a similar role (e.g. as a lubrication technician) is vital, with knowledge of machinery lubrication, engineering and mechanical maintenance a must. The candidate will need to be a methodical worker with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Qualification to MLA or MLT Level 2 or equivalent is desirable, but not essential.
  • Experience of working a technical environment, such as non-destructive testing, analytical chemistry, or in another laboratory-based environment. Practical academic experience would be suitable.
  • A strong awareness of the importance of safe working in an industrial or lab-based environment.
  • Ability to prioritise workloads and make decisions
  • Evidence of delivering against targets and working effectively with others
  • Microsoft Office skills.
We are RS Group.At RS we've been solving engineering problems for over 80 years: big ones, small ones, easy and difficult ones. We turn the 'what ifs' into the 'why nots', turning customer challenges into achievements. ​​Across the industrial design, manufacturing and maintenance worlds, we're the digital destination for product and service solutions to help our customers with the maintenance, repair and operation of their businesses.Together, we have one purpose: To make amazing happen for a better world - and have fun doing it. ​It won't always be easy, but we'll make every day better. It's in the DNA of our people to do the right thing and deliver brilliant results. We'll invest in your development and wellbeing - because building a more diverse and inclusive culture, being ethical, responsible and committed to our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) action plan is at the heart of everything we do. ​​Join over 7,000 colleagues worldwide. Together, we can make great things happen. Aim for amazing and beyond.Are you ready to explore the possibilities?

RS Group plc