Mechanical Fitter

Title: Mechanical Fitter

Location: Co. Offaly

Summary: Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join their team. Successful candidate will be reporting to the Head of Maintenance and Toolroom.

Responsibilities:

• Provide both maintenance and technical support in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Carry out all maintenance work orders in accordance with deadlines.
• Make sure equipment breakdowns are dealt with in a timely manner in accordance with business needs and document corrective measures as required.
• Support each ongoing Preventative Maintenance Programmes.
• Troubleshoot automated and manual equipment related issues.
• Execute data analysis on equipment to determine route cause.
• Support continuous improvement projects e.g., Kaizens, Energy Projects, Safety Improvements etc.
• Conduct and complete all purchasing transactions using approved systems, for example BPCs and purchase requisitions.
• Continuously organise and ensure workshop and bench is safe and in an efficient manner using the 5S to deliver continuous flow.
• Help in the maintenance of a safe company culture by always complying with the company’s health and safety guidelines while reporting any equipment or process issues in line with plant escalation procedures.
• Make sure quality in each aspect of work by complying with relevant SOP’s and Standard Work Instructions and maintain compliance with cGMP, GDP, and Quality standards.
• Recognise opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to improvement projects as assigned to include safety, quality, energy improvements, continuous flow improvements etc.
• Complete each training and development activities as required including allocated Compliance Wire courses.
• Continuously seek to improve quality culture.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills and Competencies:

• Competency in electrical/electronic systems
• Knowledge and experience with automated systems including PLC, drive units, HMI, and Robotics.
• Experience within a regulated industry with GMP exposure and CMMS maintenance systems knowledge.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified Maintenance Fitter
• Minimum of three years post apprenticeship experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Multi-skill training post apprenticeship is advantageous.
• Experience with fabrication, welding, turning, milling, and grinding.
• Experience with Maintenance and Operations of motors, gearbox, water pumps, fans, vacuum pumps, and associated distribution pipe work.
• Excellent knowledge of electro pneumatics and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to both work on own initiative and team player.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• High standard of time keeping and attendance.
• Commitment to working within the ethos of the Medical Devices & Supplies Guide to Compliance and Quality Manufacturing and the Standards of Business Conduct guide.