Kepak Group

food processing

ApprenticeMaintenanceFitter

Athleague, County Roscommon, Ireland FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Entry candidates.

The Brief

“Apprentice Maintenance Fitter at Kepak Group. Skills: machine and equipment maintenance, repair of industrial equipment, preventative maintenance programmes, continuous monitoring of machinery and equipment, real time repair of machines and equipment. Assist with repair of industrial production equipment such as machines, conveyors, packaging machines, gearboxes, bearings and hydraulics.. Assist the Lead Maintenance Technician with the implementation of preventative maintenance programmes for al”

What You'll Achieve.

get them back up & running within optimum time frame

Industry & Context.

food processing
Eligibility Requirements

Adhere to company safety policies at all times.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Must have a keen interest in learning about machines & conveyors, packaging machines, gearbox repairs, air automation, hydraulics and welding., Must have a keen interest in learning the Trade of a Fitter within a manufacturing/industrial setting, Must be flexible, open to new ideas and work practices, Good communication skills, enthusiastic, hardworking and energetic., Able to deal with pressurised situations and remain calm and focused., Flexibility to meet peak work demands as required

Nice to Have

knowledge on the use of computers would be an advantage, training provided., Basic electrical knowledge an advantage, but not essential

What You'll Do.

Assist with repair of industrial production equipment such as machines

bearings and hydraulics.

Assist the Lead Maintenance Technician with the implementation of preventative maintenance programmes for all machines in assigned area.

Assist with the continuous monitoring of all machinery and equipment within the plant.

Assist in real time repair of machines and equipment to get them back up & running within optimum time frame.

Document all aspects of maintenance work carried out and keep management informed of potential issues.

Adhere to company safety policies at all times.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

work as part of a team responsible for all aspects of machine and equipment maintenance

Communication Scope

Good communication skills; keep management informed of potential issues

Full Job Description

Kepak Group is a professional, and dynamic business that has grown into one of Europe's leading food processing companies. We are a family-owned, future-facing company. Our ambition is to continue to grow through the success of our people. Career development, training, health, safety, and wellness of our Kepak team are at the heart of the company’s culture. Kepak Athleague are currently recruiting for an Apprentice Fitter to join the maintenance team in a busy beef & lamb abattoir plant. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of a team responsible for all aspects of machine and equipment maintenance, specialising in the repair of industrial equipment. What to expect in the job? Assist with repair of industrial production equipment such as machines, conveyors, packaging machines, gearboxes, bearings and hydraulics. Assist the Lead Maintenance Technician with the implementation of preventative maintenance programmes for all machines in assigned area. Assist with the continuous monitoring of all machinery and equipment within the plant. Assist in real time repair of machines and equipment to get them back up & running within optimum time frame. Document all aspects of maintenance work carried out and keep management informed of potential issues. Adhere to company safety policies at all times. **Requirements** Requirements Must have a keen interest in learning about machines & conveyors, packaging machines, gearbox repairs, air automation, hydraulics and welding. Must have a keen interest in learning the Trade of a Fitter within a manufacturing/industrial setting We run a maintenance CMMS system, knowledge on the use of computers would be an advantage, training provided. Must be flexible, open to new ideas and work practices Good communication skills, enthusiastic, hardworking and energetic. Able to deal with pressurised situations and remain calm and focused. Flexibility to meet peak work demands as required Basic electrical kn

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