Job Overview

Daler- Rowney Ltd is an international group and leader in the manufacturing and distribution of artist’s materials. Since 1783, our brands have inspired generations of professional artists and students. Our products are sold in more than 100 countries, and especially in France, UK and USA.

The company is divided into 4 entities: 3 in England and 1 in the Dominican Republic and belongs to the Italian FILA group, world leader in creativity tools and products for children.

The Bracknell factory is a manufacturer of art products including pads and spiral books, mountboards, Inks, Gouache colours, Acrylic, Watercolour and oil paints. The Lovelace site is 5 min from the factory and is the Warehouse and Distribution center for finished goods. Our site at Dudley is a manufacturer and warehouse of printed paper and border rolls.

The manufacturing site in Bracknell uses a wide range of machinery including mixers, mills, filling machines, high-speed packing, laminators and paper converting equipment. The activity at the Bracknell site is increasing and we are looking for a multi-skilled engineer to reinforce the engineering team (a team of 5), to help with installing the extra equipment on-site and to maintain them after their installation.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical and electrical background, with the ability to troubleshoot and maintain various systems within our facility. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to ensuring the operational efficiency of all equipment.

Duties

• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, utilising logic for effective diagnosis.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections, and parts used.
• Collaborate with other departments to address maintenance needs and improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations during all maintenance activities.

Skills

• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to understand complex systems.
• Experience with fault finding on PLC systems / HMI.
• Proficient in customer service skills, ensuring a positive experience for internal stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of electrical systems
• Ability to manage a varied workload
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in maintaining equipment records.
• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, for effective communication within the team.
• Electrical certification and valid forklift license would be advantageous.

Please upload a recent CV and also a short cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bracknell, Berkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 3 years (required)
• Manufacturing: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/04/2025