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Machine Setter

Merthyr Tydfil

Posted 01/05/2024

£28,200 per annum

Top Reasons to Apply
  1. We are currently looking for a Machine Setter to work on the Night Shift in our busy Engineering Department in Kepak Merthyr Tydfil.
  2. You'll maintain continuous production and improve efficiencies safely through effectively implementing preventative maintenance / machine assembly schedules.
  3. You'll ensure continuous improvement methodologies are applied that improves the operational function.
Job Description

We are currently looking for a Machine Setter to work on the Night Shift in our busy Engineering Department in Kepak Merthyr Tydfil.

This is a full time, permanent position on Nights, within a rotating shift pattern of 7.00pm to 7.00am - 4 on/4 off. The salary is £28,200 per annum.

Role Description: To maintain continuous production and improve efficiencies safely through effectively implementing preventative maintenance / machine assembly schedules. Responding in a timely manner to start up issues / repairs. Ensure continuous improvement methodologies are applied that improves the operational function.

Key Tasks (Maintenance & Repairs):

  • Assembling Packaging / Sealing Machine
  • Assembling Metal detectors and checkweighers
  • Assembling Vacuum sealing equipment
  • Assembling the Vemags / and Grinding Equipment
  • Changeovers of machines for operations
  • Management of the storage area, cleaning, checking and sorting of the Combicut blades.
  • Minimise potential issues cause by metal contamination.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

  • To maintain Health & Safety rules and regulations
  • To identify potential hazards/risks to the Health & Safety Manager/responsible person upon discovery
  • To ensure all PPM schedules are completed and reported back to your assigned supervisory engineer.
  • To assist the Engineering department in achieving its budget targets through the efficient use of materials and replacement parts
  • To follow the correct accounting/authorisation process when ordering replacement parts
  • Maintain and improve standards of hygiene and housekeeping in all areas of CPM including the engineering office and CMP workshop
  • Carry out supervised maintenance on all Low skill - High frequency repetitive tasks assigned to you in the CPM production area and CPM workshop area only.

Kepak
Company Information

Kepak is one of Ireland’s leading meat producers with 15 manufacturing plants in Ireland and the UK. Meat craft, trusted quality and excellent service are the pillars of our proud heritage. Sustainability and animal welfare keep us grounded in the presence of nature and our communities. Innovation and inspirational nutrition drive our business to develop and grow.

For over 50 years, our farmers have trusted Kepak to process and market their livestock in a respectful way. Every day we renew our commitment to making a positive difference in every sector of our business, be it by leading the way as founding members of Origin Green or sharing experiences on Kepak Farm on topics ranging from animal nutrition, animal welfare, energy conservation to waste reduction.

Key Facts
  • Head Office:

    Damastown, Clonee,

    Co. Meath D15 AW62

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