Maintenance Technician, Kildare

Job Overview:

As the Maintenance Technician, you will support the Maintenance Manager to maintain a state-of-the-art automated plant. You will be required to complete corrective and preventative maintenance to maintain core and non-core plant equipment to the highest standard, therefore a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude will be paramount.

You will also need to utilize engineering systems to ensure site and regulatory compliance. You will appraise site equipment, to improve equipment efficiency and assist production in lean manufacturing will be a key aspect in maintaining and improving site growth and production output.

The role will involve shift work on rotating basis (7am to 3.30pm and 3pm to 11.30pm). You will get a shift premium of 20% on top of your basic salary. There will also be a requirement to be on callout.

In the role of the Maintenance Technician, you will:

Ensure compliance with all HSE and Food Safety & Quality legal and regulatory requirements and associated policies, standards, procedures and forms of the Company within the operations environment. Lead preventative maintenance of site equipment to improve equipment efficiency and reduce machine downtime.Respond to corrective and emergency breakdowns to improve up-times on equipment, while maintaining GMP standards.Assist in developing the TPM and PM process to cover all core / non-core equipment for the manufacturing facility.Support production with TPM schedules and procedures to maintain equipment to the highest standard.Complete site safety checks to ensure site regulatory compliance and continuous improvement of site safety.Monitor and evaluate all equipment systems for the manufacturing group and make necessary changes for continuous production improvements including but not limited to the modifying and upgrading of equipment.Support the Maintenance Manager & Maintenance Planner to maintain and monitor on site systems, to include PPM and BMS software.Support cross functional departments and external contractors in project work, with tight deadlines.Ensuring all maintenance activities are completed in a timely manner and to the correct standard.
Total Rewards:

At KDP Ireland, you will find that:

We aspire to have the top talent within the industry and are committed to maintaining an extraordinarily brilliant, remarkably diverse, and decidedly engaged team.We invest in the development and growth of our employees and promote continuous learning to enable progressive career tracks.We offer a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits including private medical care, pension contributions, and holiday entitlements.We have an active interest in the community - We run events throughout the year to support local charities, people & communities.We have free parking on-site in Newbridge and offer a hybrid work schedule.

KDP Ireland is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. KDP Ireland recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, or any other status protected by law.

Requirements:
Qualification in electrical, mechanical and/or automation related field 5+ years experience working in a similar role Have experience of working within the Food & Beverage.Have BMS (Building Management Systems) experience.Documentation & Systems knowledge like SAP, PLCs SCADA etc.Have problem solving skills within a manufacturing environment.Excellent communication skills