embecta is a global diabetes care company that is leveraging its 100-year legacy in insulin delivery to empower people with diabetes to live their best life through innovative solutions, partnerships and the passion of more than 2,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit embecta.com or follow our social channels on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X. 

Why join us?

A career at embecta means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that empowers you to bring your authentic self to work.  Here our employees can fulfill their life’s purpose through the work that they do every day.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture.  Our Total Rewards program – which includes competitive pay, benefits, continuous learning, recognition, career growth and life balance components – is designed to support the varying needs of our diverse and global employees.

We are recruiting an Engineering Technician (4x Shift Cycle) on a permanent basis to join our team in Dun Laoghaire.

Reporting to the Shift Process Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, overhaul, adjustment and modification of all plant and production equipment, as well as the fabrication of new and replacement equipment. As Engineering Shift Technician, you will also be involved in trouble shooting and continuous improvement initiatives and ensure smooth operation of the plant.

Responsibilities

Install, modify and maintain the full range of production equipment’s.
Continuously improve the plant operations. This includes reducing downtime and reducing waste, deal with all breakdowns, carry out overhauls as required, work to the highest engineering standards and fine-tuning production equipment to increase output.
Assist in the complete validation of new and existing equipment including acceptance trials, debugging, etc.
Deal/liaise with vendors, suppliers and local engineering shops.
Involved in analyzing customer complaints and internal quality issues and assist in drawing up improvement programme's for equipment to eliminate these defects being produced.
Assist with the training of other, Engineering Technicians, new recruits and apprentices as required.
Participate in companywide continuous improvement initiatives, working in teams as required and utilizing appropriate quality tools as applicable.
Maintain appropriate recording and reporting systems on all engineering related matters (e.g., breakdowns, maintenance etc.);
Full utilization of all current and new IT/processing systems e.g., SAP.
Maintain high standards of safety and housekeeping to ensure area, machines and equipment are maintained in a safe and clean condition. Correct and/or report unsafe conditions and other faults.

Education and Experience

Third Level qualification in Engineering / National Craft Certificate in addition to specialized training in maintenance and reliability.
Excellent knowledge and experience with mechanical and electronic systems associated with high volume manufacturing equipment. An understanding of Automation and Pneumatic systems is also beneficial.
Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment is essential.
A scientific approach to problem solving and troubleshooting utilizing well-honed analytical skills.
Experience working in team environment.
Relevant PC Skills.

The company operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. This is a 4-Cycle Shift Pattern role (Days and Nights). You must be willing to work 2 x 12-hour days, followed by 2 x 12-hour nights, followed by 4 days off - Onwards.

Click on apply if this sounds like you!

embecta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

Engineering Shift Technician

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