Mechanical Technician III

Location: Carlow, Ireland

Join an Innovative, State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility
Are you ready to take your mechanical expertise to the next level? a premier site dedicated to vaccine production, the Mechanical Technician III plays a pivotal role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and enhancing advanced process equipment. This cutting-edge facility integrates top-tier technology and fosters a collaborative work environment, making it the perfect place to grow your career while contributing to life-saving pharmaceutical production.

Job Purpose
The Mechanical Technician III will report to the Maintenance Lead and will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting critical process devices, instrumentation, and controls. This role ensures the seamless operation of essential manufacturing equipment, guaranteeing consistent compliance with safety standards and a reliable supply chain for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Support & Maintenance:
  Provide advanced technical support to production teams by maintaining, installing, and modifying equipment. Perform detailed maintenance, preventive tasks, calibrations, and troubleshooting to optimise machinery performance.

• Process Equipment Operation:
  Operate and clean process equipment as required, ensuring that production runs smoothly and adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

• Preventive Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
  Perform preventive and reactive maintenance on process and production equipment to ensure continuous, reliable operation. Lead Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives to enhance equipment longevity and efficiency.

• Shutdown & Downtime Management:
  Plan and manage equipment shutdowns to minimise downtime, ensuring that all necessary resources are in place for smooth operations.

• Maintenance Documentation:
  Keep accurate records of all maintenance activities, upgrades, and repairs. Document preventative maintenance and equipment changes, ensuring a well-documented repair history for future reference.

• System Operation & Monitoring:
  Operate and monitor production equipment using MES/DCS and PLC systems, ensuring optimal uptime and facilitating continuous process improvements through Lean Principles.

• Complex System Troubleshooting:
  Operate, troubleshoot, and repair advanced systems such as Autoclaves, Glassware Washers, Single-use Mixers, HVAC systems, and filling and inspection lines, ensuring compliance in a highly regulated, cGMP environment.

• Continuous Improvement:
  Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including repairs, system upgrades, preventative maintenance, and investigations into equipment failures. Utilise root cause analysis tools such as FMEA, Fishbone diagrams, and 5 Why’s to resolve machine issues and implement corrective actions.

• Vendor Coordination:
  Liaise with vendors for spare parts and equipment upgrades, providing technical data to ensure smooth asset management and equipment functionality.

• Documentation & Training:
  Participate in writing, revising, and rolling out operational procedures and training materials, ensuring all work aligns with regulatory standards and company policies.

Skills and Qualifications

• Education & Experience:
  Time-served MAMF Apprenticeship or equivalent Certificate/Diploma in Engineering or a related discipline.
  Previous experience in a cGMP environment and regulated pharmaceutical production is essential.

• Technical Expertise:
  Strong hands-on experience with preventive/reactive maintenance and a deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and pneumatic systems.

• Technology Skills:
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job-related software applications, with strong communication skills in discussing technical subjects.

Why Carlow?
Carlow offers an outstanding quality of life, blending a welcoming community with rich history, culture, and beautiful landscapes—an ideal setting to build your career and enjoy life outside of work.

For further information on this role, please contact Diarmuid Lannon on +353 861287246 or email consulting@hero.ie Check out all our open jobs on our HERO Recruitment website – https://www.hero.ie/

Please Note: Under its obligation under the Data Protection legislation, HERO Recruitment will not forward your details to any company without your prior approval.

Data can only be transferred outside of the EEA on the basis of standards contractual clauses, to a country for whom an adequacy decision has been given by the European Commission or where the express permission of the data subject has been given. You have supplied us with your personal data in the process of applying for a position. Our client company may have personnel outside of the EEA who will review you data. We will apply the appropriate criteria in respect of the data transfer depending on the location of those personnel.