Maintenance Technician (12 month FTC)

This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract

This is what you will do:

The Maintenance Technician is member of a high performing, empowered shift team, responsible for the maintenance, repair and trouble-shooting of process equipment in the Alexion Dublin Bulk Drug Substance (BDS facility). This position is also responsible for assisting in the co-ordination and scheduling of maintenance works performed by service vendors.

You will be responsible for:

• Complying with the Maintenance and Quality System by adherence to all relevant SOP's, policies and cGMP requirements.
• Proactively ensuring that all Environmental, Health and Safety responsibilities are carried out according to EHS regulations and procedures.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks in accordance with site policies and procedures.
• Utilising and maintaining IT systems as required, e.g. Computerised Maintenance Management Systems.
• Assist in writing and revising Maintenance job plans and SOP's for new equipment / processes as required.
• Assist in the development of training materials for new equipment / processes as required.
• Utilising structured troubleshooting and problem solving method to resolve equipment issues.
• Support process safety and equipment related investigations / CAPA's.
• The maintenance technician will also develop and demonstrate individual specialisms as subject matter expert across multiple process technologies. 
• Adept at gathering and analysing process and operational performance data and leading operational process improvements. 
• Display technical leadership and specialisation by acting as 'Champion' and leading improvement initiatives across shifts and functions.
• Seek and implement opportunities for Continuous Improvement.
• Use Lean Tools as part of daily operations (Standard Work, 5S, Method 1, 2 etc.) to optimize efficiency and drive the culture of Continuous Improvement and Zero Defects.
• Support Facility and Equipment start up and Validation activities. Provide input on equipment installation, start-up, operation and troubleshooting to support introduction of new products into sustaining operations.
• Shift working is required. The shift pattern may be varied according to business requirements and will typically require weekend working and periodic rotation between day and night shifts.
• Other duties as required.

You will need to have:

• 5 years + experience performing maintenance on process equipment in a cGMP commercial manufacturing environment, preferably with experience working in a cleanroom environment.
• Strong technical, troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and other computer applications i.e. CMMS.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be knowledgeable of the regulatory and GMP requirements for maintenance activities.
• Degree/Diploma and/or technical certification / trade in a mechanical, electrical or related field.

We would prefer for you to have:

• Familiar with biopharmaceutical equipment and systems such as bioreactors, centrifuges, autoclaves / glass washers, CIP, media/buffer systems, and purification systems is an advantage.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.