In this role you will be a member of the Automation and IS team that provides day to day and project support within the automated production & packaging facility.
You will be responsible for and involved in troubleshooting, maintenance and continuous improvement of the Production Processes and Equipment and the site Utilities.
You will have ability to understand Automation Systems and assess / diagnose PLC / PC programs.
You will gain Experience of High Speed Vision systems (e.g Cognex, Keyence etc.. ) You will have experience with and Develop an in-depth knowledge of all control systems currently in use on site including PLCs: Siemens, Allen Bradley, motion systems, vision systems, electrical & safety systems and networks; While also helping develop a disaster recovery support program and system obsolescence program.
Operate as point of contact person for all automation related line down issues and projects.
Work closely with cross functional teams in monitoring equipment performance using proven troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques / methods to solve to root cause.
Support the continuous improvement initiatives on the site.
Ensure all new equipment and tasks are risk assessed, support investigation and near miss resolution, and proactively drive actions to reduce safety risks.
Support site validation activities - automation change control and draft IOPQ documents/test scripts.
Manage software revisions for control systems to maintain full compliance with business quality systems.
Carry out other relevant tasks as required by the Automation & IS Manager / Designated Engineer.
Minimum qualifications and requirements for this position: Trade Qualification or Third Level Qualification in a relevant discipline Experience of hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting of oral solid dose manufacturing equipment and highspeed packaging equipment is desirable but not essential.
Pharma / Food experience desirable but not essential.
Proficiency in speaking, comprehending, reading and writing English is required Have a keen interest in technology Programming experience desirable Skills: PLC Programming siemens Allen Bradley Benefits: Paid Holidays Parking Pension Fund VHI Restaurant