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Regional Human Resources Generalist at Phibro Animal Health
About Phibro Animal Health Corporation
Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.
Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,300 employees worldwide.
At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.
If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.
The Maintenance Engineer is an integral part of our Engineering team based out of our Ireland - Sligo site.
The Maintenance Engineer is a hands-on, key engineering role reporting to the Engineering Manager. The role is collaborative and requires close business partnership with other functions in the organization, in particular Quality, Operations and Technical & Scientific Affairs (TSA).
The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for the technical operation and maintenance of plant items, utilities and machinery, ensuring equipment is functioning at optimal levels while maintaining compliance to GMP and regulatory requirements.
The Maintenance Engineer must strictly adhere to all EHS policies.
As part of the engineering team, the Maintenance Engineer should strive to develop a culture of accountability, empowerment, continuous improvement, customer focus, collaboration, involvement and self-development.
Responsibilities:
* Maintain machinery, plant, equipment, utilities, facilities and services to required operating standards, ensuring that the validated state of GMP equipment is maintained.
* Under direct or minimal guidance, perform installation, emergency, corrective and preventive maintenance (PM) of equipment.
* Perform routine PMs and related paperwork according to scheduled timelines and ensure that eMaint (CMMS) is updated.
* Coordination and management of maintenance contractors/equipment vendors on site, issuing and control of permits to work. Review their reports and records.
* In partnership with Operations, Quality and TSA troubleshoot issues, providing engineering expertise to find solutions promptly.
* Perform duties in a compliant manner and in accordance with all site SOP’s, Phibro EHS standards and guidelines and relevant legal requirements.
* Breakdown analysis (root cause analysis, problem solving tools)
* Work closely with project team to assist in the specification, installation, commissioning and testing of new or recommissioned equipment/plant/utilities.
* Attend FATs to ensure adherence to user requirements specifications and associated requirements.
* Own or provide engineering input to deviations, CAPAs and change controls.
* Participate in internal audits.
* Dealing with any problems or issues escalated from Operations which may affect production.
* Management of supplies and spare parts inventory.
* Participate in projects to improve system performance and reliability.
* Assist in developing and implementing line/process improvements to achieve required OEE, support continuous improvements.
* Train personnel as required.
* Initially the role is a day shift but there will be a future requirement for shift work.
* Provide ‘On Call’ support for emergencies.
* Escalate issues with equipment or its management to the Engineering Manager.
* Perform other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager.
Job Specific Technical, Functional and Professional Competencies:
* Must have a strong technical aptitude.
* Good team player who enjoys collaborating with others to find effective solutions.
* Proactive attitude with ability to work on own initiative within the Phibro Quality Management and Engineering Standards framework.
* Understanding of the different level of work order priorities.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Appreciation of total cost of ownership in dealing with equipment specification, repairs and maintenance.
* Good analytical skills and ability to think logically in order to problem solve.
* Understanding of the relevant quality standards.
* Sense of ownership and accountability for own work.
* Experience of participating in project work and handling multiple tasks.
* Proficient in written and spoken English.
* Predictive maintenance regimes and routines.
* Experience working with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) – eMaint an advantage.
* Time management - ability to prioritize and deliver quality output to strict deadlines.
* Willingness to take on ad hoc duties and support Phibro team.
* Adaptable and flexible, willing to travel when needed.
Essential Education and Experience:
* Technical/Trade qualifications in a mechanical or electrical discipline.
* 5 years+ of industry experience in maintenance of chemical, HVAC/mechanical systems, pneumatic system, electrical power systems, control systems, building management systems with at least 3+ years of maintenance within a GMP environment.
* Experience in maintaining utilities, facilities & production/process equipment.
Desired Education and Experience:
* Experience in tablet manufacturing or other pharmaceutical areas.
* Experience with utilities (black and clean utilities).
* Experience with AutoCAD and ability to read & interpret technical drawings & specifications.
To learn more about Phibro Animal Health's competitive benefits package, please click here: Phibro Benefits.
Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition
Location: Ireland - Sligo
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (39 Hours)
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Manufacturing and Engineering
* Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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