Job description
embecta, formerly part of BD, is one of the largest pure-play diabetes care companies in the world, leveraging its nearly 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
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Job Description Summary
Job Description
Embecta, formerly part of BD, is one of the largest pure-play diabetes care companies in the world, leveraging its nearly 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.
The plant, based in Dun Laoghaire, runs 24/7 and is the Worldwide Centre of Excellence for Pen Needle Manufacturing within the BD organisation, producing 4.6 billion medical devices annually. Here we employ approximately 450 people across operations, engineering, quality and R&D.
The Engineering Technician is responsible for maintaining fully automated, high-volume, high speed assembly machines at optimal performance. This will be done by conducting planned and reactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Identify and drive OEE and waste improvements.
- Be the subject matter expert of the assigned machine group.
- To liaise with vendors, suppliers and local engineering shops.
- To become involved in analyzing customer complaints and internal quality issues and assist in drawing up improvements and preventative actions to eliminate these defects being produced.
- To assist with the training of other Engineering Technicians, new recruits and apprentices as required.
- To fully participate in company wide continuous improvement initiatives, working in teams as required and utilizing appropriate quality tools as applicable.
- To maintain appropriate recording and reporting systems on all engineering related matters (e.g., breakdowns, maintenance etc.)
- To 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.
Educational experience:
- Good knowledge of the Mechanical and Electronic Systems associated with high volume manufacturing equipment and hold a Third Level Qualification in one of those disciplines or the National Craft Certificate together with additional specialized training and experience.
Previous experience:
- Relevant industrial experience working in a high volume manufacturing environment.
- The ability to apply a scientific approach to problem solving, blending analytical and experimental skills to maximize productivity and yields.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- The ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
- Relevant PC skills.
Primary Work Location
IRL Dun Laoghaire - Pottery Road
Additional Locations
Work Shift
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