Kindeva is a global pharmaceutical contract developer and manufacturer (CDMO) business, where we combine life enhancing drugs with state-of-the-art inhalers to provide customers and patients, with top quality respiratory devices. Our role as a Contract Manufacturer is one, we are incredibly proud of and is one which allows us to be at the forefront of new manufacturing technologies and processes, bringing lifesaving products to patients worldwide. Due to significant changes in the marketplace Kindeva is currently going through a period of substantial growth and we are looking for talented individuals to join our Clitheroe team. Role Overview: In this role you will carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on mechanical/electrical control systems, within a pharmaceutical environment, and have the aptitude and desire to undertake a 4-year apprenticeship. The successful applicant will spend the first year in full-time education at the approved training provider, with block placements onsite at Kindeva. Subsequent years will be day release at the training provider. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Follow / adhere to Kindeva’s Health and Safety and Environmental Policy Work within a Regulatory working environment. Maintain Mechanical / PLC Control Systems, HMI Systems and Vision Systems tailored to the pharmaceutical Environment. Maintain and repair the equipment to validated specification. Evaluate breakdowns and stoppages and communicate in a timely manner. Demonstrate sound fault-finding diagnostic ability (Use fault finding tools i.e. Fishbone 5 Whys C&E etc.) Identify root cause and provide solutions to issues working with relevant resources to resolve. Maintain equipment and assets in a safe, compliant, and reliable order. Complete and maintain GMP documentation in line with Current Good Manufacturing Practice. Coach and promote “Best Engineering Practices” within work group. Skills & Experience: GCSE or equivalent; a minimum of 3 including Maths & English at grade 5 or above is essential. GCSE or equivalent in an engineering or technical subject desirable. Key Capabilities: Good organisational, interpersonal, and time management skills. Enthusiastic, flexible, conscientious and proactive in approach. To work efficiently with supervision. Take a positive approach to own training and development. Good communication skills. Strong team player. Training to be provided: L2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing (Foundation Competence). L3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competencies) Mechatronics Maintenance Technician. L3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge). Functional skills in English, Maths and ICT (if not already achieved). What we offer: Attractive compensation package. Company pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution). 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays). Private Medical Insurance. Company sick pay. Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential helpline support for employee and immediate family. Life assurance of four times life cover salary. Wellness programmes. Employee recognition program. Employee development. Free on-site parking. Discount and cashback at many retailers. Cycle to work scheme. Employee referral scheme. Additional information: Location: Up Brooks, Clitheroe All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. We believe our people make the difference at Kindeva Drug Delivery, looking for skilled, passionate, and driven professionals to come and work with us to help us excel in manufacturing technologies and processes, which bring lifesaving products to patients worldwide. LI-AC1