Line Equipment Technician (Evening Shift) -Galway

Line Equipment Technician (Evening Shift) - Galway.

This position is a key function in the successful operation of the manufacturing line. The function is to be the SME for equipment primarily, and support processes within the manufacturing area. The role requires the technician to be an ever-present support to the area, providing value and technical expertise to equipment issue resolution.

Key Responsibilities:
· Take ownership and responsibility for the technical performance/reliability of equipment to target zero downtime in the area relating to equipment faults, through proactive equipment management.
· Complete PM's on time and offer improvements when found deficient, to ensure optimal equipment performance at all times.
· Identify requirements for jigs/fixtures to improve workstation efficiency or yield improvement and carry through into manufacturing through the approval process, with supporting data on the potential gains to be achieved.
· Ensure tooling including mandrels/trim fixtures etc. are available to the line when required and are in optimal working order and fit for purpose.
· Ensure and maintain a sufficient Kanban and robust process for consumable equipment spares to minimise downtime.
· Support onboarding of new technician hires when required.
· Be fully competent in manufacturing product processes through all work steps and in identifying Accept and Reject samples for all steps. Understand the intended use and the impact of defects on the use of the product or efficacy.
· Continually review the manufacturing process for improper application of work methods and equipment settings.
· Communicate promptly, clearly and effectively at all times to the Line Lead & Line Support Technician with regard to equipment and process issues with a clear plan for resolution that is data driven.
· Support for maintaining accurate up-to-date documentation for LHR’s, MPI’s, drawings and PM documentation.

Interested applicants should have:
· Level 6 degree or above in Engineering or equivalent (preferably Mechanical, Mechatronics or Automation Engineering).
· Industrial experience in a similar field, with demonstrated automated equipment maintenance experience required.
· Ability to troubleshoot complex machine faults through experience with electrical and pneumatic systems.
· A continuous improvement mindset is a must and always working towards this goal in a structured manner.
· Demonstrated process and continuous improvement mindset.
· Highly motivated with good initiative and strong work ethic.
· Excellent time management, organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
· Strong commitment to quality, safety and GMP standards.