Senior Warehouse Technician

Bertelsmann is a media, services and education company that operates in about 50 countries around the world. It includes the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House, the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr, the music company BMG, the service provider Arvato, the Bertelsmann Printing Group, the Bertelsmann Education Group, and Bertelsmann Investments, an international network of funds. The company has 117,000 employees and generated revenues of €17.1 billion in the 2015 financial year. Bertelsmann stands for creativity and entrepreneurship. This combination promotes first-class media content and innovative service solutions that inspire customers around the world

Location: Hams Hall, Coleshill

Salary:£42,000

Shift: Monday to Friday 8.00-4.30 with occasional flexibility required

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Warehouse Automation Technician to join our team and maintain the smooth operation of automated systems within our main Distribution Centres based in Kegworth, Corby and Coleshill. The role will be reporting to the Technical Services Manager.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with automation equipment, strong troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to minimising downtime by optimising system performance.

Your Tasks 

Install, program and calibrate warehouse automation systems, including conveyors, robotics, and sensors.
Perform routine maintenance, identify issues, and repair mechanical, electrical and software components of automation systems. If remote fixes are not possible, travel to the site will be necessary.
Adhere to safety protocols and ensure all automation equipment complies with industry standards.
Maintain detailed records of repairs, maintenance schedules and system upgrades.
Work closely with warehouse teams and provide training on using automated systems effectively.
Maintain the integrity of the critical spares inventory by conducting counts and inputting delivery or repair data as directed by the Technical Services Manager.
Support vendor technicians and engineers when on site.
Support in training activities or cover of other members of the team across other UK sites as needed.
Maintain 5S standards in all engineering working areas, ensuring that the area is clean and safe, all tooling is in the correct place, and any faults or issues are reported to the Technical Services Manager  

Your Profile: 

Knowledge of the workings of conveyor systems, Autostore, shuttle systems and/or other types of automation (Preferred)
Previous experience in repair of electrical or mechanical systems.
Confident using power tools including hot works tools such as soldering irons.
Comfortable working at heights or in confined spaces.
Ability to work in high pressure situations to tight deadlines.
Knowledgeable in the Microsoft 365 package including Word, Excel and Access.
Confident using a computer for a variety of tasks.
Remote support experience (Preferred).
Flexibility to adjust working patterns to support a 24/7 warehouse operation.
Flexibility to travel to other sites in the UK as needed.  

What we offer: 
25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days  
Pension contribution 
A life assurance policy that pays out 4 x Salary  
Employee Assistance Programme that provides you with confidential support, information, and advice to help you 
Employee Discount Scheme through Benefit Hub
Free car parking   

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