Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and safe operation of all plant and equipment.
* You will work closely with Site Maintenance Managers, Planners, and API Maintenance Lead to execute the site maintenance program, delivering compliant, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant and equipment.
* You will support the Reliability Engineer in the execution of Reliability Centered Maintenance initiatives, developing and leading a Root Cause Failure Analysis Program to reduce general equipment breakdowns.
* You will work with the Reliability Engineer & Planning to establish and use reliability & work planning metrics/KPI's to monitor improvement and resource optimization.
* You will carry out start up checks on machinery throughout the plant on a daily basis, ensuring that all breakdowns are carried out swiftly and safely at all times.
* You will ensure that all servicing and maintenance throughout the site is done in an efficient, safe, and hygienic manner.
* You will solve mechanical issues promptly and efficiently to maintain factory productivity, repairing, servicing, and maintaining machinery to ensure smooth running of the factory.
* You will implement preventative maintenance schedules to prevent equipment failure, ensuring accurate records are completed for maintenance activities.
* You will perform other duties as assigned.
About You:
* You must have a completion of a 4-year approved technical training program in mechanical or electrical repair and maintenance and 2 years electrical/mechanical experience.
* Or, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved, including third and fourth year apprentices.
* You must have a Leaving Cert, School Diploma, or Equivalent.
* You must have experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
* You must have good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to take direction.
* You must be able to work well in a team.
* You must be able to challenge others in a professional and constructive manner.
* A knowledge and experience in a food manufacturing environment is an advantage, but not essential.
Your Skills:
* Site maintenance.
* Mechanical engineering.
* Breakdown management.