Workshop Technician

Join Our Team as a Workshop Technician!

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? Our client is looking for a Workshop Technician to join their dynamic team at their Handforth Dean facility! This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive environment where you'll play a key role in the supply, repair, and retrofit of machine tool spindles and motors.

Position Details:

• Location:Epsom Ave, Handforth Dean, SK9 3PW
• Working Hours: - Monday - Thursday: 08:00 - 16:00
  Friday: 08:00 - 14:45 (30-minute lunch)
  Salary: £13-£15 per hour, based on experience
• Contract Duration:Likely to be extended beyond 6 months

What Will You Do?
As a Workshop Technician, you'll have a diverse set of responsibilities, including:

• Stripping down and assessing incoming machine tool spindles, motors, fan, and pump assemblies.
• Conducting fault finding and root cause analysis to pinpoint issues and prevent future failures.
• Collaborating with technical specialists in the UK and Germany to create condition reports.
• Managing stock to ensure availability of spares for rebuilds.
• Cleaning, polishing, and preparing spindle components for assembly.
• Rebuilding products to OEM specifications and fully testing them before returning to customers.
• Working in accordance with industry standards, such as 5S, Quality Management (ISO), and Zero Harm policies.

What Do You Need to Qualify?
We're looking for candidates who:

• Have a solid understanding of mechanical fitting and machining.
• Are eager to learn and develop new skills.
• Pride themselves on punctuality, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Can work efficiently as part of a team.
• Understand Health & Safety standards and can contribute to a safe working environment.
• Can read engineering drawings and use basic hand tools.

What's a Plus?
While not essential, the following skills and experiences will give you an advantage:

• Competence in operating workshop equipment like lathes, milling machines, and pillar drills.
• Experience with electrical systems and measurement devices such as DMMs and volt metres.
• Familiarity with working to close tolerances and using associated measuring equipment.
• Previous experience using lifting equipment (full training will be provided).

Why Join Us?
This is not just a job; it's a chance to be part of a well-established and close-knit team dedicated to excellence. You'll receive full training to ensure you have the skills needed to succeed. Plus, you'll contribute to the organisation's goal of expanding market share while upholding high standards for our valued customers.

Ready to Apply?
If you're enthusiastic about joining a team where your skills will shine and grow, we want to hear from you! Embrace this opportunity to make a difference in a vibrant work environment. Submit your application today and take the next step in your career!

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.