Mechanical/Equipment Engineer

Our client has an aseptic drug product facility, specialising in secondary manufacturing activities Formulation, Vial/Syringe Filling, Lyophilisation and Packaging.
There is a strong culture of continuous improvement and innovation within this company to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people’s lives. This company is developing the capability to produce all its medicines in Dun Laoghaire, South Dublin, helping to ensure continuity of supply of medicines as they expand internationally.
ETR are looking for an experienced Mechanical/Equipment Engineer to expand an onsite production support service we provide our client.
This is a shift position. The successful candidate shall join our team which provides 24 hour front line support cover to various functions onsite. As a contract, the position offers excellent rates and the opportunity for a long-term placement.
Roles and Responsibilities:
• To support troubleshooting on all processes and equipment including:
o Detailed problem statement
o Structured root cause analysis
o Documenting of corrective actions
• Supporting Non Conformances
• Attend daily production meetings and drive actions for the Engineering team
• Address flow interrupter and reliability tasks supplied by maintenance and engineering
• Adherence to GXP procedures on site in relation to all aspects of the position
• Provide real-time front line engineering support to the production group.
• Aide the identification/implementation of system improvements and corrective actions.
• Aide the coaching of operators and maintenance technicians in the effective use of equipment
• Lead and document Non Conformance investigations.
• Manage and execute change controls for continuous improvement projects.
Skills and Education:
• Third level qualification in Mechanical, Process, Chemical, Manufacturing, Bio-Tech or Equivalent
• 2-5 years’ experience working in the Life Sciences/ Pharma sector or equivalent preferably in an aseptic fill finish facility
• Excellent communication skills