Maintenance Electrician

About Kepak:

Kepak Group is an Irish company and one of Europe’s leading meat processors. With over 50 years in business and employing over 4,500 people, Kepak has 12 manufacturing facilities throughout Ireland and the UK, with sales offices in Europe, the US, Asia and Africia.

We have a portfolio of market leading brands including Rustlers, Big Al’s, John Stone, and Celtic Beef. At Kepak, our ambition to grow as a business is equalled only by our ambition to grow the careers and personal satisfaction of our people. In a challenging and dynamic environment, our philosophy is always to be ‘more than’. We are more than tradition, more than quality, more than meat and more than a job.

Why this role as Electrician with Kepak:

This is an exciting opportunity to join our ever expanding maintenance and to be part of a major growth period within the business, where new equipment and significant investment has been made in our Watergrasshill site.

As an Electrician onsite you will work alongside numerous electricians and mechanics in a structured department. With career progression at the forefront of our minds, constant upskilling will be provided to allow personal development to our employees.

Please note, this is a Shift role covering 24/7 with alternating days and night time work pattern (4 days on 4 days off)

What to expect in the job?

• Electrical and Mechanical Trouble shooting
• Electro-Mechanical repairs
• Provide Technical Support
• Support Production team in achieving targets
• Closely monitor line and machine performance
• Intervene online as soon as any deterioration in performance occurs
• Work with equipment suppliers on new equipment and installations and modifications
• To keep clean any areas in which you are working
• Co-operate and participate fully in training and development in cross skilling and other job-related competencies
• Update our CMMS
• Troubleshooting using PLC programs
• Ensure KPI’s are met
• Completion rate of Planned Preventative Maintenance Schedule
• Minimal breakdown recovery time
• Optimise Overall Equipment Effectiveness

What we need from you?

• Trade Qualification is essential
• Mechanical/Electrical background essential
• Aptitude for process awareness
• Diagnostic and/or trouble shooting experience preferred
• Computer skills advantageous
• Observant and able to work on own initiative
• Good team player
• Multi-skilled/Cross skilled ethos

What can we offer you?

• Time and a half for over time
• Subsidised canteen
• Free parking
• Discounted health insurance
• Employee benefits platform
• Contributory Pension scheme
• Cash sales available
• Permanent contract
• Career progression

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Note: This factory is located in an area that is not easily accessible by public transport.

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