Engineering Technician

Are you a mechanically biased Engineering Technician, with experience working within the aseptic filling area and want to make a real difference?

The successful candidate will provide engineering support within the Sterile Products Facility grade A, B and C areas working a shift rota basis (2 shift 6 am - 2 pm, 1.30 pm - 9.30 pm) supporting fantastic products for patients.

Role Overview

· Operate in accordance with current engineering procedures and compliance with cGMP and all applicable UK laws

· Size and component changeovers on washing, filling and sealing machines for vial and ampoule parenteral product production

· Day to day maintenance on washing, filling and sealing machines for amps and vial parenteral product production in compliance with cGMP

· Scheduled Preventative Maintenance and reliability on washing, filling and sealing machines for amps and vials for parenteral product

· Prevent engineering issues by pro-actively managing the lines to maximise line running and reduce line set up and changeover times.

· Always look to provide ideas and offer suggestions on ways to improve the process, equipment, safety and efficiency of the area.

What we’re looking for:

· Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship (Multi-Skilled would be an advantage)

· The ability to work alone or as part of a team and have excellent fault finding, rectification and communication skills

· Will require an intimate understanding of pharmaceutical engineering, pharmaceutical industry standards and regulatory expectations

· Relevant experience of working in Grade A, B and C Pharmaceutical environment is essential.

· Has practical experience in reliability engineering and various reliability strategies.

· Someone who will take ownership of the equipment and the areas to keep to the required standards and improve on these and challenge the status quo.

· Has a Continuous Improvement Mind-set and experience delivering lean/CI principals with demonstrated evidence of results.

Wockhardt has a range of benefits on offer for all employees including:

* Pension scheme – 7% matched contribution

* Rewards platform – discounts on shopping, restaurants, holidays and more

* Generous holiday allowance

* Salary sacrifice schemes

* Sports and Social club

* Subsidised canteen

* Free parking