Maintenance Technician – Manufacturing (FT Contract)

Job title: Maintenance Technician – Manufacturing (FT Contract)

Company: West Pharmaceutical Services


Job description: At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.Job SummaryNOTE: THIS IS A FIXED-TERM CONTRACT UNTIL 2026Supports manufacturing projects and contributes to the development and implementation of the business manufacturing strategy. Responsible for the implementation of manufacturing solutions to meet the requirements of customers’ product introductions. Reports directly to the Senior Automation Engineer.Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support equipment process and product introduction projects
• Work on the implementation of the manufacturing strategy to meet customer and Tech Group Europe needs.
• Participate in project teams, identifying deliverables, time and cost, setting priorities and reporting to meet the needs of the business and the customer.
• Supports Tech Group Europe’s relationships with the customers and equipment suppliers in pursuit of new business, product development, manufacturing process development, continuous improvement and on-going business development.
• Work with equipment suppliers ensuring delivery meets specification, cost and time.
• Ensure that equipment meets the regulatory requirements of the business. Validation, health and safety etc.
• Support the installation of equipment with appropriate training and hand over to operations
• Work with all departments across the business to ensure that processes meet their requirements.
• Identify, specify and introduce manufacturing methods and opportunities into the company
• Assist with the training and development of personnel in Tech Group Europe on processes or systems introduced to the company.
• Ensure that the procedures and systems are in place to facilitate the introduction of processes and equipment.
• Carry out maintenance of equipment where needed
• Act in accordance with the company’s Guiding Principles and adherence to the corporate Code of Conduct.
• Compliance to all site Environmental, Health and Safety requirements, training and regulations.
• Compliance to all local site company policies, procedures and corporate policies.
• Perform additional duties at the request of the direct supervisor.

Education

• Minimum Level 6 in engineering discipline

Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years Experience in medical device industry or other regulated industry required
• Minimum 2 years Experience in supporting technical project management preferred

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have knowledge in computer systems, word processing and spreadsheets, and ideally in integrated manufacturing systems, Allen Bradley & Siemens PLC’s,Motion and Machine Control Systems.
• Must have knowledge of Robotics, Cognex Vision Systems, Barcode Scanning & RFID Automatic Identification and Data Capture used in High Volume Manufacturing.
• Preferably have a knowledge of Industrial Networks (Ethernet IP,Control Net & Profibus) and has worked on an MES system. Must have a good understanding of Manufacturing Automation, and ideally in Machine design, Development and Validation Process.
• Preferably worked in either the Medical, Packaging or technological industries with a good understanding of the regulatory requirements.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to accurately document work performed.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
• Must be able to travel as required by the position.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks; must be detail orientated and self-motivated.
• Must be able to work independently on own projects while working concurrently with all departments and levels of employees.
• Knowledge of quality systems requirements, FDA Quality System Regulation, cGMP and relevant ISO standards

Travel Requirements5%: Up to 13 business days per yearAdditional Requirements

• This is a 4 cycle 24/7 shift role.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to . Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening and/or a pre-employment drug screening.

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Location: Dublin

Job date: Wed, 28 May 2025 05:56:37 GMT

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