Sr. Maintenance Technician

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Title : Sr.

Maintenance Technician

Requisition ID : Date : Aug 5,

Location : Dublin, Leinster, IE

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 Summary

Manages the maintenance and repair of equipment in operation at West.

Liaises with external contractors for the maintenance and repair of same.

The Maintenance Technician is also responsible for using the preventative maintenance system to pre-determined guidelines.

Reporting directly to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for the maintenance and breakdown repair of moulding equipment (including among others, moulding machines, automation / robots, water heaters, oil heaters, conveyors, and hot runner controllers).

Work with the Production Managers to troubleshoot equipment / plant problems.

Establishes relationships with the customers and suppliers in pursuit of continuous improvement and on-going business development.

Attends, schedules, and facilitates internal meetings to help establish priorities and assign tasks

Solves, in conjunction with the Quality department, customer related problems / issues as needed

In conjunction with approved vendors, research new processes and / or systems for maintenance / manufacture of equipment and implement new processes and systems as developed under the direction of the Operations Manager.

Instructs others, formally or informally, regarding manufacturing related skills or knowledge and assist in the training of employees on new processes or systems introduced to the company

Compliance to all site Environmental, Health and Safety requirements, training, and regulations

Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target

Perform additional duties at the request of the direct manager

Education

Associate's Degree Time served QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft Electrical required

Bachelor's Degree Engineering preferred

Work Experience

Minimum 3 years Minimum 2 years experience is required in troubleshooting various manufacturing equipment.

required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Sound knowledge of CMMS and MS Office

Any other certifications are a plus.

Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.

Able to always comply with the company's safety policy.

Able to always comply with the company's quality policy.

Knowledge of PLC Programming and electrical work

Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic / pneumatic drawings is essential

Ability to interact with suppliers, customers, and external contractors

Travel Requirements

5% : Up to 13 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Medium-Exerting up to 50lb / 22kg of force occasionally and / or up to 20lbs / 9kg of force frequently, and / or up to 10lbs / 4kgs of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Requirements

Must be able to lift 35 lbs.

continuously and up to 75 lbs.

occasionally, with or without assistance.

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 orderto 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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