Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

A great opportunity has recently arisen for a Manufacturing Technologist/Maintenance Technician to join a team based in our Castlebar site. You get the opportunity to work closely with multiple teams including Production, Engineering and other support functions.

We’re looking for experienced Maintenance Technicians who are excited by the challenges that come from working in a large operation and are passionate about improving the reliability of our services, plant and equipment.

You will play a key role in the maintenance and development of all manufacturing and support equipment and processes.

What are the responsibilities of a Manufacturing Technologist?

In this role, you will be required to:

Supporting the maintenance of services, plant and equipment.
Identifying the root cause of equipment issues and solutions.
Ability to support the introduction of new equipment and processes
Inventory management - ensuring equipment spare parts are available.
Ensure preventative maintenance routines are completed in a timely manner to maintain safety, quality and performance standards.
Collaborate and provide support during internal and external audits.
Partner with teams to ensure handovers are clear and effective.

What are the role requirements?

Candidates should at minimum have attained trades certification, preferably electrical.
A relevant accredited multi skilled qualification or equivalent technical certification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering will be an advantage.
Bonus - familiarity with mechanical systems, robotics, PLC controls, low-voltage controls, pneumatic and hydraulic systems are always an advantage but not necessary.
Proven ability to solve escalated situations.
A commitment to future education and upskilling is essential.

Reasonable Accommodation

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Manufacturing Technologist

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