Manufacturing Technician

Role Overview & Responsibilities

Welcome to the FUCHS Group, the world's number one independent manufacturer of lubricants and related specialties. As a global company with roots in Germany, we expand the possibilities of whole industries, such as the automotive and aerospace sectors. Almost 6,000 employees look closer, dig deeper and think further to create innovations and develop markets. This is what drives and connects us. We encourage our employees to expand their potential and grow together with us. Explore your specialties by joining us as a Manufacturing Technician.

Manufacturing Technician
Consett, County Durham
Hours of work are 8.00am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
4 days located at 1 customer site, 1 day field-based work per week.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and action all activities required of the Fluid Management Service.
• Apply and change lubricants and fluids to agreed planned maintenance schedules
• Perform coolant and wash cleanouts weekly.
• Condition monitoring and control of fluids and plant equipment, and reporting using our company in- house system.
• Manage fluid waste streams to safe disposal off-site.
• Customer liaison and assisting in operational meetings.
• Follow strictly practices and procedures laid down including 5s and Health & Safety.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• The ideal candidate should be suitable qualified and have experience of working in a mechanical, chemical or production environment. This is a ‘hands on’ position and demands a willingness to be adaptable and flexible with the ability to be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision.

THESE ARE YOUR BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus + Additional Benefits (including holiday entitlement above statutory, pension scheme, employee assistance programme, free on-site parking, free supply of workwear, discounted private medical cover, and training opportunities)

Please note due to the high number of applicants we receive, we are unable to respond to all unsuccessful applications.

https://www.fuchs.com/uk/en/careers/jobs-at-fuchs/

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Application question(s):

• What is your current salary expectation for a new role?

Work Location: In person