Electrical and Automation Technician - Permanent Position(3961)
The Company
Eisai is a leading research based pharmaceutical organisation with an extensive portfolio across the Oncology, Neurology and Pain therapy areas.
Eisai Manufacturing is the hub of Eisai’s production and supply chain. We make tablets, package these into blisters, label and package vials and bottles. We also manage the wider medicines supply chain and other companies who undertake work on our behalf.
By joining Eisai, you will be working for an organisation with a human healthcare philosophy, which means that we put the patient first in everything we do.
Your new role
Reporting to the Senior Production Engineering Manager, this role is responsible for the reliable and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliant operation of the Production related equipment on Manufacturing and Packaging machinery and supporting systems within the EKC facility at Hatfield.
“To ensure that operations carried out within your area of responsibility are carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Eisai Quality System, GMP Guidelines and Industry Standards.”
Requirements of role
1. Maintenance, fault finding and repair of all electrical equipment and controls associated with Production processing and Packaging equipment, such that production priorities are met and the equipment performs to its optimum capability and maintains GMP compliance.
2. Project involvement working with other departments
3. Equipment failure reports on CMMS systems. eg Maximo
4. Corrective and Preventative actions and to prevent re-occurrence of faults.
5. Multi-disciplined, flexible attitude to team working.
6. Perform PLC and Computer based system back-ups and ensure Software version control in association with the EML Computer Systems Register.
Preferred additional skills
7. Knowledge of PLC and Computer based systems.
8. Modify parameter of configurable devices such as Inverters, controllers and transmitter devices.
9. Electrical installation for industrial equipment
What are we looking for?
10. Time served apprenticeship or relevant experience
11. City & Guilds
12. Btec Level 3
13. or relevant technical equivalent.
14. Fault finding skills
15. Ability to read engineering drawings. eg P&ID and loop drawings
16. Aptitude for neat, clear and concise documentation.
17. Good communication and interpersonal skills
18. Ability to prioritise and plan own work.
19. Computer literacy.
20. Adaptable and flexible to cope with the changing needs of production.
21. Growth mind set
What we offer in return
Eisai offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 plus shift allowance and excellent wider benefits package that includes,
22. Car/Car Allowance (Depending on role)
23. Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles
24. Discretionary Bonus
25. Free onsite parking
26. Relocation support for eligable cadidates to ensure a smooth transition to your new role and location
27. Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop
28. Learning and development opportunities
29. Retail discounts
30. Well-being & mental health awareness programmes
31. Multi-faith prayer room
You will also be based out of our excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is our EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, and collaborative working environment.
What you need to do next
If you are interested in this position, please click ‘apply now’ at the top of this advert. Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete your profile and upload a copy of your CV along with any additional information to support your application.
If you have any questions, please contact us on TalentAcquisition@
Eisai Recruitment Statement
Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
Eisai EMEA EDI Commitment Statement
We believe that diverse and inclusive teams promote wellbeing, learning and innovation, helping Eisai serve our patients, their families, our employees, and society. Our commitment is:
32. to embrace and celebrate our differences, respecting and valuing each other.
33. to include equity, diversity, and inclusion practices in all that we do so everyone has a full sense of belonging.
34. to value individual talent where every employee can be themselves and thrive in an environment of openness, trust, and integrity