Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Technician
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our team. As an Electrical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for providing technical support to Membrane Manufacturing Operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Responsible for Line Changeovers to produce product to the specified quality standards.
* Complete all necessary documentation as per cGMP.
* Perform Preventive Maintenance tasks.
* Ensure all equipment is maintained to a high standard.
* Complete troubleshooting for all Membrane equipment & operational related issues.
* Represent the Maintenance Team with regards to safety initiatives and practices to develop and maintain an injury-free workplace.
* Work within the Engineering Team of Mechanical and Electrical disciplines including Automation, Calibrations, Facilities, Project, System and Reliability Engineers, with emphasis on performance, involvement, teamwork, and personal development.
* Utilize the ERP/CMMS system SAP Next, to ensure all maintenance activities executed through consistent application of a work order system.
* Identify areas in which maintenance capability should be improved (areas of focus to include technology understanding and problems solving techniques), lead improvement in these capabilities and reduce dependence on external resources.
* Ensure that all maintenance activities meet all the regulatory standards (e.g. FDA, IMB, HSA, EPA...).
* Provide input into, and assist in the completion of, OPEX (Operational Excellence) projects to improve equipment reliability, automation, reduce lead-time and reduce EHS risks in the department.
* Focus on reducing equipment downtime and increase efficiency of machine changeovers.
* Identify, develop and implement projects in the areas of efficiency improvement, scrap reduction, product quality improvement, cost reduction, safety, etc.
* Work with the Central Engineering Stores to ensure critical spares are in stock, help identify any gaps in critical spares.
* Perform all tasks with due recognition of safety, environment, cGMP & plant procedures.
* Train new production personnel on relevant equipment.
* Assist with EHS investigations and issue resolution.
* Assist with process improvement work in the department.
* Will be required to work some weekends to assist in on-going projects & shutdowns.
* Will be required to provide shift cover as per business needs and requirements.
* Will be required to support other Operational sections including Bio Tools (Expected to be minimal).
* Must be flexible with working hours, including overtime, when necessary.
* Travel as required to work on projects, e.g. equipment transfers from other plants, new projects, etc. (Expected to be minimal).
* Administration work related to duties such as completing work orders, placing PO's, liaising with vendors, service providers and contractors.
Requirements:
* Time served Electrician with a manufacturing background.
* Strong instrumentation ability / qualification also desirable.
* Minimum of 3-5 years working in a Med Device or Pharma manufacturing environment.
* Knowledge of ATEX and maintenance of Ex rated equipment.
* Demonstrated high performance history, proven ability to execute and results driven.
* Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization.
* Preferable experience with a Calibration System & CMMS SAP PM System.
* Familiar with various Planned Preventative Maintenance approaches.
* Excellent awareness and experience in relation to Quality and Environmental Health & Safety.
* Familiar with GMP requirements within a regulated industry.
* Effective verbal, written & interpersonal communication skills.
* The ability to work effectively within a team environment.
* High level of energy and enthusiasm and the ability to energize others.
* Self-motivated.
* Keen to learn & take responsibility.
* Strong organizational, time management and planning ability.
* Computer Literate Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
* Methodical Work Approach.