Responsibilities
* Provides ongoing technical support in any manufacturing processes as required
* Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement of production equipment and process in order to minimize downtime, turnaround time and waste reduction while maintaining the highest standard of quality
* Recommends and leads continuous improvement initiatives based on OEE data analysis, focusing on preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment and systems
* Assumes the role of Maintenance SME on new production equipment and actively participates in FAT/SAT/Commissioning and Installation activities of new equipment
* Acts as liaison between the Engineering specialists/engineers and Plant Operations to ensure knowledge transfer for new production equipment
* Provides technical guidance to the Production Maintenance Team and support during breakdown investigations, with root causes analysis and actions
* Initiates independent studies analyses on breakdowns, interprets maintenance data and develops action plans/conclusions
* Supervises contractors and technicians on site for maintenance/repairs, equipment installations, and construction projects as needed
* Conducts risk assessments, writes technical reports
* Participates and contributes to RC analysis and support linked action plans
* Supports quality investigations such as DIRs, MDIs and CAPA generation and execution
* Identifies trends and provides actionable insights to improve maintenance processes and equipment reliability
* Analyzes corrective maintenance activities and proposes improvements to the preventive and predictive maintenance plans
* Contributes to the spare parts plan for industrial equipment based on consumption, risks, and delivery times
* Responsible for maintaining and updating lock-out tag-out (LOTO) procedures for the installed base of process equipment; supports Engineering specialists/engineers in the generation and review of LOTO procedures for new equipment/equipment upgrades
* Leads CAPEX projects of low complexity with a focus on improvement or parts obsolescence in alignment with Engineering
* Designs, reformats and amends any Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as required
* Prepares, revises and interprets conceptual layouts, as-built AutoCAD drawings and schematics for process and plant equipment as well as for GMP facilities systems
* Maintains a high level of pharmaceutical compliance and regulatory safety in all aspects of work
* Follows GMP and regulatory requirements, and ensures quality standards are met
* Performs other related duties as required
Basic Requirements
Education
* Bachelor of Engineering/Engineering Science degree is a requirement (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)
* Professional Engineering designation (P. Eng) or working towards completion of P. Eng designation
Experience
* Minimum 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing environment, preferably in pharmaceutical, food/beverage or consumer packaging. 5+ years of experience considered an asset
* Experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment is an asset
* Able to read and interpret architectural, mechanical, electrical and P&ID drawings/schematics
* Understanding of PLCs/control systems on process equipment
* Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
* Demonstrates initiative, problem solver, team player and self-motivated
* Has the ability to lead and take ownership on systems and projects
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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