Job Introduction

Randstad are delighted to be working with Ford Halewood Transmissions to recruit for a Mechanical Maintenance Skilled Craftsman (Heat Treat Department) to work in their new site, after it has undergone a huge transformation. Ford is investing £355m into the Halewood site to produce electric power units and it will be the first site to manufacture EV components in Europe, commencing in 2024 with a capacity of 420,000 units.

Role Responsibility

Execute Preventive and Planned Maintenance: Plan and perform preventive maintenance on machines and equipment within the Heat Treatment department, focusing on mechanical, electrical, PLC, and refrigeration systems.

Data Collection and Analysis: Gather data from maintenance actions, analyze information to plan necessary replacements, and schedule machine part overhauls when feasible to reduce new part purchases.

Performance and Efficiency Enhancements: Identify and implement machine improvements to enhance performance and OEE, with a focus on finding and fixing root causes of breakdowns.

Maintenance Scheduling and Continuous Improvement: Coordinate maintenance schedules, generate 5 Why analyses, and engage in continuous improvement processes for operational effectiveness.

Kaizen and Cost-Saving Initiatives: Participate in Kaizen activities aimed at enhancing safety, environmental impact, and cost reduction across maintenance operations.

Backup Analyst Duties: Step into the analyst role as needed, supporting maintenance data interpretation and decision-making.
 

The Ideal Candidate

• Completed Mechanical Level 4 Apprenticeship
   
• Candidates to preferably have experience in a heat treat production environment working on high temperature carburising furnaces.

Package Description

Position Title: Mechanical Maintenance Skilled Craftsman (Heat Treat Department) 

Salary: £43,912.80 (including the 35% holiday bonus)

Location: Halewood Transmission Plant

About the Company

Ford Halewood Transmissions Ltd is undergoing a huge transformation, with significant growth in 2024. To prepare for the upcoming launch we are looking for a range of skills to join the workforce. Ford is investing £355m into the Halewood site to produce electric power units and Halewood will be the first site to manufacture EV components in Europe, commencing this year with a capacity of 420,000 units.

Benefits

• Access to our Employee Development and Assistance Programme (EDAP).
• A unique opportunity to access Ford's Privilege scheme - allowing you to purchase Ford vehicles at a discount.
• A great salary increasing yearly, along with our competitive pension scheme.
• An excellent work-life balance, including a generous holiday allowance of 25 days. (inclusive of set shut down dates)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• On site facilities such as a gym, sauna and steam room

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability. This vacancy is advertised in line with the FORD equal opportunities policy.

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