Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Role and responsibilities:

Understanding machinery and facility operation to allow a rapid fault diagnosis and repair Understand and use logical fault-finding techniques Safe and correct use of hand-tools and equipment Correctly follow any Safe Working Procedures to ensure safe outcomes Update machine records with detailed descriptions of problems and resolutions to assist colleagues Involvement in creating specifications for acquiring new machinery and equipment to ensure it is fit for purpose Provide technical support on processes and equipment for other teams Undertake specific training to enhance skills and knowledge Work alongside the Health and Safety team to ensure all work is delivered safely and to continually strive to reduce any risks Be aware of new technologies to support the manufacturing processes such as automation, cameras, sensors etc. Work with other teams in the business, such as Production, H&S and R&D to facilitate process improvements ensure smooth integration of new processes, products and equipment Undertake planned and preventative maintenance and develop planned maintenance activities to increase machine reliability Identify spares requirements to facilitate accurate parts ordering In addition to, or substitution for, your normal duties we may require you to undertake other duties as required

Training:
Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard Training will be Day release at St Helens College STEM Centre Campus

Training Outcome:

Potential to progress onto the following roles: 

Maintenance Technician Maintenance Team Leader Maintenance Engineering Manager

Employer Description:
We take great pride in manufacturing and distributing high-quality PVC-U building products through our extensive network of 100 depots across the UK. From fascias, soffits, gutters and cladding to windows, doors and bi-folds, you’ll need to look no further. GAP is also the home of Rockdoor – the most secure and thermally efficient composite door available. We service customers from local window and door installers, through to regional and national house builders and refurbishment contractors.

Working Hours :
Monday-Thursday, 07:15 - 16:00. Friday, 07:00 - 14:30.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Team working,Proactive approach,Good work ethic,Technically Capable