Test Rig Support Technician (Manufacturing) - DK Recruitment : Job Details

We are looking for an experience Test Rig SupportTechnician with an Engineering qualification to join a Multi-National Manufacturing business based in Plymouth. As the Test Rig Technician, you will be responsible for the Production test rig development, supporting the Team Manager. You will work closely with the development engineer to ensure the production test rigs are supported for the jobs and in good condition in line with all development standards.

This will include:

• Fault diagnosis and repairs on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems.
• To attend courses and toolbox talks where required.
• Record all activities on CMMS.
• Ensuring all work performed is in compliance with all aspects of the Health & Safety at Work legislation and the company Health & Safety policy.
• Prioritise workload to ensure prompt response to breakdowns and completion of PPM to schedule.
• To carry out and record routine oil cleanliness checks on all production test rigs to within required specification.
• To maintain test rig oil cleanliness filter systems to reduce cost and improve overall test rig operational efficiency.
• To maintain the system for verifying that test rig oil performance remains within an acceptable standard by using such measurements as TAN and water content.
• To organize routine calibration of all production test rig master instrumentation.
• To work within the 5s standards and carry out activities to ensure that the cleanliness and orderliness of the test rigs are maintained at all times.
• To maintain a list of critical spares for all rigs to minimize the downtime in the event of failure.
• To create SOP’s and give training to operators where necessary.
• To ensure fixturing and equipment is fit for purpose and reworked/replaced where necessary.
• To maintain the fitting and hose life register ensuring all fittings/hoses are logged, checked and changed in accordance with the life requirements.
• To work to the TPM schedule. This will include hydraulic, electric and cooling water systems.
• To monitor the oil consumption of each test rig and record the improvements achieved through the 5s activities.
• To monitor and fix leaks, ensuring regular housekeeping of test booths and pumps rooms to reduce risk of slips, trips and falls.
• Ensure motor test specifications are loaded to test rigs in a timely manner.

Education & Experience:

• Engineering Apprenticeship with good mechanical knowledge.
• Experience of hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of Pumps and Motors
• Knowledge of Hoses and threads
• IOSH Managing Safely
• CAD
• SAP Knowledge