Shift Engineer Automotive Warehouse

Gleeson has been partnered with a Global Business looking for a Shift Engineer to join a growing technical team and further support the business on warehouse & systems.

Job Title: Shift Engineer (Automated Warehouse)

Salary: £50,000 +

Work Type: On site

Location: Corby

Duties:

1. Provide onsite technical support and expertise for all matters related to the Automation System by developing an in-depth understanding of its layout, logic, and functionality, focusing on key control and monitoring systems.
2. Diagnose system failures and implement solutions using system information and technical drawings to identify faults, part numbers, and root causes.
3. Perform scheduled preventive maintenance in line with the established maintenance regime.
4. Respond methodically to breakdowns to ensure machines are restored to optimal performance and shift KPIs are achieved.
5. Communicate breakdown updates and realistic repair timeframes to managers and participate in site meetings to maintain a collaborative approach.
6. Champion safe working practices, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, including LOTO procedures.
7. Ensure effective shift handovers by completing detailed handover sheets and providing comprehensive updates to incoming teams to avoid unresolved issues.
8. Take full ownership of breakdowns, applying advanced fault-finding techniques, and following up on unresolved issues to share lessons learned and prevent recurrence.
9. Use system monitoring tools to maintain and track system availability.
10. Troubleshoot and resolve plant stoppages promptly, ensuring machines are not left non-operational without proper escalation.
11. Engage deeply with system implementation to gain a thorough understanding of the integration and connectivity within the system, enabling efficient error diagnosis and resolution.
12. Collaborate with management to promote best practices, perform root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

1. Extensive knowledge of production lines and packaging systems, with hands-on experience in automated environments.
2. Strong electrical skills, preferably certified to HNC Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
3. Proven Health & Safety experience.
4. Solid background in software applications and systems.
5. Proficient in computer use, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
6. Hands-on experience with components used in an Automated Warehouse.

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