About Kepak:

Kepak Group is an Irish company and one of Europe’s leading meat processors. With over 50 years in business and employing over 4,500 people, Kepak has 12 manufacturing facilities throughout Ireland and the UK, with sales offices in Europe, the US, Asia and Africia.

We have a portfolio of market leading brands including Rustlers, Big Al’s, John Stone, and Celtic Beef. At Kepak, our ambition to grow as a business is equalled only by our ambition to grow the careers and personal satisfaction of our people. In a challenging and dynamic environment, our philosophy is always to be ‘more than’. We are more than tradition, more than quality, more than meat and more than a job.

Why this role as Electrician with Kepak:

This is an exciting opportunity to join our ever expanding maintenance and to be part of a major growth period within the business, where new equipment and significant investment has been made in our Watergrasshill site.

As an Electrician onsite you will work alongside numerous electricians and mechanics in a structured department. With career progression at the forefront of our minds, constant upskilling will be provided to allow personal development to our employees.

Please note, this is a Shift role covering 24/7 with alternating days and night time work pattern (4 days on 4 days off)

What to expect in the job?

Electrical and Mechanical Trouble shooting
Electro-Mechanical repairs
Provide Technical Support
Support Production team in achieving targets
Closely monitor line and machine performance
Intervene online as soon as any deterioration in performance occurs
Work with equipment suppliers on new equipment and installations and modifications
To keep clean any areas in which you are working
Co-operate and participate fully in training and development in cross skilling and other job-related competencies
Update our CMMS
Troubleshooting using PLC programs
Ensure KPI’s are met
Completion rate of Planned Preventative Maintenance Schedule
Minimal breakdown recovery time
Optimise Overall Equipment Effectiveness

What we need from you?

Trade Qualification is essential
Mechanical/Electrical background essential
Aptitude for process awareness
Diagnostic and/or trouble shooting experience preferred
Computer skills advantageous
Observant and able to work on own initiative
Good team player
Multi-skilled/Cross skilled ethos

What can we offer you?

Time and a half for over time
Subsidised canteen
Free parking
Discounted health insurance
Employee benefits platform
Contributory Pension scheme
Cash sales available
Permanent contract
Career progression

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Note: This factory is located in an area that is not easily accessible by public transport.

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