A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join an established company as it relaunches itself into the chemical handling industries. The role would be based from their factory unit in Corby, Northants, and could also include international travel to work on their installed machinery customer base.
Their machinery consists of electro-pneumatically controlled fluid handling equipment, driven by their in-house written software and PLC controls. Being a small company, the opportunity to learn new engineering skills and techniques is wide open, as is the ability to travel globally, taking in new and exciting cultures along the way.
The production role would entail the light assembly of pre-made components, sub assemblies, pump and dispense valve assemblies, along with parts stock management.
The on site work would include installation assistance, preventative maintenance scheduled services and also breakdown services.
1. The Company
- Based in Corby, Northamptonshire, this company designs and manufactures paint, ink, and formulated chemical handling systems for a truly global customer base. With project values from £2000 – £250,000, there is a huge variation in the machinery and technologies used within them. Ranging from software only Management systems through to fully-automated liquid formulation dispensers, there is a huge potential for career development as part of our team. The global customer base enables potential travel to almost any part of the world, so the candidate must enjoy visiting new countries, and be open to adapting to working in unfamiliar workplaces whilst respecting local cultures. The customer base typically includes large packaging manufacturers, along with paint and chemical processing plants.
Job Description
- This is a ‘hands on’, engineering role. As a key member of their small, personal team, the main part of the role includes the assembly of their bespoke machinery. From time to time, there is also the need to accompany other engineers on site (Internationally) to assist with the installation and servicing of the machines.
3. Key Roles
- Predominantly machinery assembly in their Corby office
- On site installation assistance
- On site preventative maintenance servicing
- On site machinery breakdown servicing
- Spare parts organisation
4. Competences
- Electrical, pneumatic and mechanical engineering experience
- Computer literate
- Professional attitude
5. Qualifications
- GCSE grade C or equivalent in mathematics, science and/or technology based courses
- Engineering qualification / experience in electrical, mechanical or production environment
- Experience of working in factory environments
- Full UK driving license, ideally with own transport
- Must be legally entitled to work in the UK