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Company Overview:
Howdens is recognized as the leading supplier of trade kitchens in the UK, offering a wide range of products across kitchen, joinery, and hardware sectors. With a robust network of over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe, we cater to more than 460,000 dedicated trade professionals. Our commitment to growth is reflected in our impressive £2.3 billion sales from the previous year.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an Automation Technician to enhance our Engineering Department at our manufacturing facility. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the programming and development of automation and control systems, ensuring the engineering designs are both resilient and dependable. As the technical lead at the site, you will excel in troubleshooting while spearheading continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency across manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage automation, electrical, and PLC design projects by identifying immediate and long-term challenges; prepare schedules, cost assessments, and comprehensive documentation upon project completion.
- Design and execute projects that enhance manufacturing availability, product quality, employee safety, and process efficiency.
- Gain a thorough understanding of the manufacturing processes and their operational sequences, collaborating closely with maintenance teams.
- Apply automation skills and techniques to foster improvements and share knowledge with maintenance teams.
- Identify and implement plant/process development opportunities that enhance Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery.
- Mentor and elevate the knowledge of the maintenance engineering team regarding machine control and automation systems.
Candidate Profile:
- A collaborative team player who values personal development and knowledge sharing.
- Proactive in addressing technical challenges.
- Capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
- Self-driven with a strong focus on safety.
Qualifications:
- Completed apprenticeship as an Electrical Engineer or Automation/Controls, or possess a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in an FMCG setting.
- HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
- Proficient in troubleshooting and modifying programs across various PLCs, SCADA, and Robotics.
- Familiarity with the parameterization and commissioning of servo drives and inverters.
- Experience in diagnosing issues within industrial communication networks.
- Skilled in designing and altering control circuits and program logic.
- Experience in managing change initiatives effectively.
Why Choose Howdens:
At Howdens, we foster a culture of entrepreneurship and provide ample opportunities for growth within a dynamic and commercial environment. Our competitive compensation, development prospects, and rewarding experiences are just a few reasons why our employees enjoy being part of Howdens. We are committed to building a future where exceptional service, innovation, and sustainability are integral to our operations.
