Maintenance Engineer – Ireland – Sligo
This role is full‑time on‑site at our Sligo site. The weekly working hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am‑5:00pm.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain machinery, plant, equipment, utilities, facilities and services to required operating standards, ensuring that the validated state of GMP equipment is maintained.
Perform installation, emergency, corrective and preventive maintenance of equipment.
Perform routine PMs and related paperwork according to scheduled timelines and ensure eMaint (CMMS) is updated.
Coordinate and manage maintenance contractors/equipment vendors on site, issuing and controlling permits to work.
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 SOPs, EHS standards and guidelines and relevant legal requirements.
Conduct breakdown analysis.
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.
Deal with any problems or issues escalated from Operations which may affect production.
Manage inventory.
Participate in projects to improve system performance and reliability.
Assist in developing and implementing line/process improvements to achieve required OEE, supporting continuous improvements.
Provide “On Call” support for the site.
Escalate issues with equipment or its management to the Engineering Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Education and Experience
Bachelor degree or similar trade qualification in an engineering discipline.
5+ years of industry experience in a GMP manufacturer with at least 3 years’ experience in maintenance of chemical, HVAC/mechanical systems, pneumatic & hydraulic system, electrical power systems, control systems, building management systems.
Experience in maintaining utilities, facilities & production/process equipment.
Good team player who enjoys collaboration.
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.
Analytical skills and ability 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.
Proficient in MS packages.
Predictive maintenance regimes and routines.
Experience working with CMMS – eMaint an advantage.
Time management.
Desired Education and Experience
Experience in tablet manufacturing or other pharmaceutical areas.
AHU’s, Autoclaves and Lyo experience would be a strong advantage.
Experience with utilities (black and clean utilities).
Equipment validation experience.
Experience with AutoCAD and ability to read & interpret technical drawings & specifications.
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
Division: Animal Health & Nutrition
Department: Engineering
Location: Ireland - Sligo
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (40 Hours)
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