John Thompson & Sons LtdHRM JD

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLEMechanical Fitter

REPORTING TOMechanical Engineering Supervisor

RESPONSIBLE FORThere are no employees reporting to this role

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

This role will impact the success of the company through the effective maintenance and repair of plant equipment to ensure the manufacture of animal feeds for our customers.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The role will ensure

  • Mechanical drawings and specifications are utilised
  • Mechanicalfaults are repaired on plant equipment
  • Maintenance and repair of material handling equipment, presses, mixers, packers, weighers etc
  • Maintenance and repair of pneumatic and hydraulic controlled equipment
  • Maintenance and repair of drives and motors used in the production process
  • Safe use of mills and lathes
  • Preventative maintenance is carried out in line with PM programme
  • Maintenance and repair of domestic elements within the mill and office accommodation
  • Remedial work is carried out throughout the mill and offices – removal of redundant equipment, modernisation thereof
  • Tools are maintained in a clean and safe condition
  • Effective liaison with production on breakdown repair, maintenance and priority of breakdown
  • Effective liaison with production operators when determining the reasons for plant failure and establishing efficient methods of repair
  • Accurate and timely fabrication and repair of mechanical assemblies in mild and stainless steel
  • Pipe fitting and repairs as required to bring equipment back on line
  • Accurate completion of records / documentation as required
  • Adherence to all health, safety and environmental procedures
  • All company policy is complied with and supported
  • Personal training and development needs are identified with supervisor
  • All relevant training is attended
  • Induction, company training and appraisal is supported as required
  • Any other duties are carried out as appropriate

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLEMechanical Fitter

REPORTING TOMechanical Engineering Supervisor

RESPONSIBLE FORThere are no employees reporting to this role

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

This role will impact the success of the company through the effective maintenance and repair of plant equipment to ensure the manufacture of animal feeds for our customers.

CRITERIA / ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE
  1. Skills
/ Able to communicate effectively at all levels
Able to work to deadlines and under pressure
Capable of solving problems
Self motivated
Capable of working on own initiative
Capable of using standard diagnostic tools
  1. Education & knowledge
/ Time ServedMaintenanceFitter or Fabricator / Holder of a qualification in a mechanical discipline
  1. Experience
/ Candidates should have at least 3 years experience within an automated plant
Previous turning & lathe experience / Previous experience within the agri-food industry
Experience of plant installation
Sheet metal work, fabrication or welding experience
Experience in pipe fitting & OR pipe welding
Experience of pneumatic & hydraulic systems
  1. Circumstances
/ This role may require operating on rotating 3-shifts
This role will require participating in the overtime rota
This role will require participating in the on-call rotas
Holder of a valid Driving License / Own transport

COMPETENCE MODEL FOR ROLE

JOB TITLEMechanical Fitter

REPORTING TOMechanical Engineering Supervisor

RESPONSIBLE FORThere are no employees reporting to this role

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

This role will impact the success of the company through the effective maintenance and repair of plant equipment to ensure the manufacture of animal feeds for our customers.

Competence

/ Positive Indicators / Negative Indicators
Communication /
  • Clear and understandable verbal communication
  • Clear and understandable written communication
  • Involves others as required
  • Seeks clarification
/
  • Gives confused messages
  • Gives inconsistent messages
  • Does not listen carefully / fails to make connections
  • Rarely involves others

Planning & Organisation /
  • Objectives are met
  • Time frames are adhered to
  • Others know what to do and when
  • Can see the big picture / long term opportunities
/
  • Objectives are not met
  • Struggles to meet time frames / feels overwhelmed
  • Colleagues are unsure of what is happening
  • Fails to think about consequences

Problem Solving /
  • A logical approached is applied
  • Lessons are learnt and improvements put in place
/
  • Method of dealing with problems is haphazard
  • The same mistakes are made again

Self Motivation & initiative /
  • Overcomes negativity
  • Demonstrates determination to succeed
  • Sets goals above and beyond those required
/
  • Lacks enthusiasm
  • Rarely initiates tasks
  • Doubts own capability
  • Does only what one has to

Team Working /
  • Participates fully in activities
  • Builds team relations
  • Encourages and co-operates with others
  • Contributes ideas
/
  • Fails to get involved
  • Fails to appreciate others views
  • Is negative during activities
  • Rarely contributes

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