Maintenance Technician * Sunderland * Permanent staff position * Dayshift * £23,000 per annum, rising to £25,500 after 6 monthsA leading manufacturing company are looking for a hardworking Maintenance Technician to join their Engineering Team on a permanent basis. The right candidate will be responsible for maintaining machinery, running diagnostic tests, and updating all service and repair records.Key Duties & Responsibilities * Implement maintenance plans to prevent equipment breakdowns. * Troubleshoot mechanical & electrical malfunctions and breakdowns, and perform repairs * Installing new equipment and upgrading existing equipment to meet production demands. * Using route cause analysis to eliminate any faults/breakdowns. * Monitor the availability of parts and replenishing supplies * Complying with HSE policies * Maintaining a tidy work environment and adhering to industry regulationsKnowledge and Experience * Time served with previous experience as a Technician in a similar environment. * HNC in a relevant engineering discipline * Able to read electrical diagrams and drawings. * The ability to work on own initiative and able to liaise with other departments at all levels. * Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. * Must be focused on continuous improvement with a safety mind set.If you are interested in this role, please send a copy of your up to date CV via the apply button