Line Equipment Technician

2 weeks ago


Galway, Galway, Ireland Goodman Medical Ireland Ltd Full time

Line Equipment Technician ( Evening Shift)

The Line Equipment Technician is a key function in the successful operation of the manufacturing line. Their function is to be the SME for equipment primarily and support processes within the manufacturing area. The role requires the technician to be an ever-present support to the area, providing value add technical expertise to equipment issue resolution but also maintaining a state of operation at all times.The technician will own the downtime of equipment metric and the product yields. The technician will be responsible for maintaining these metrics to target, through effective monitoring and evaluation/analysis of the process and the equipment to ensure optimal product output.

Job Description

  • To take ownership and responsibility for the technical performance/reliability of equipment, target zero downtime in the technicians area relating to equipment faults through proactive equipment management. A mindset of continuous improvement is a must and always working towards this goal in a structured manner.
  • Constantly evaluate equipment & process inputs/outputs to ensure optimal visual and functional product performance and take action before it impacts on uptime or yield.
  • Complete PMs on time and improve on PM criteria when found deficient to ensure optimal equipment performance at all times.
  • Identify requirements for jigs/fixtures to improve work station efficiency or yield improvement and carry through into manufacturing through the approval process with supporting data on the potential gains to be achieved.
  • To ensure tooling including mandrels / trim fixtures / test samples etc. are available to the line when required and are in optimal working order and fit for purpose.
  • Ensure and maintain a sufficient Kanban & robust process for consumable equipment spares in CERs to minimise downtime.
  • To support onloading of new Technician hires when required.
  • The technician must be fully competent in manufacturing product through all work steps and in identifying Accept and Reject samples for all steps. Understand the intended use of product and the impact of defects to functionality of product. Perform functional testing of product where required.
  • To continually review the manufacturing process for improper application of work methods and equipment settings.
  • Communicate promptly, clearly & effectively at all times, to the Line Lead & Line Support Technician with regard to equipment & process issues with a clear plan for resolution that is data driven.
  • Support for equipment introduction in CERs and completing and maintaining accurate up-to-date documentation (EIQ's, PMs, etc).

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • Requires a completed Level 6 degree or above in Engineering or equivalent (preferably Mechanical or Mechatronics or Automation Engineering)
  • Minimum 5 years experience in a technical role in a similar field is required, demonstrated experience with automated equipment maintenance is an advantage.
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex equipment faults through experience with electrical and pneumatic systems and resolve these issues.
  • Highly motivated with good initiative and strong work ethic.
  • Demonstrated process and continuous improvement mindset
  • Excellent time management, organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Strong commitment to Quality, H&S and GMP standards.
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