Hands-On Maintenance Technician - 4-on/4-off, GMP

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc.; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipsen in Wrexham is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance & Reliability team. You will maintain manufacturing equipment to keep it safe, efficient and compliant to support production.

This 4 on/4 off shift role (6am-6pm and 6pm-6am) requires practical problem-solving, strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, and GMP/EHS discipline. Ipsen offers a collaborative culture, investment in the site, and opportunities to grow within a global biopharma.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a maintenance technician role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills on production equipment.
• Multi-skilled in both electrical and mechanical; HVAC, aseptic filling lines, autoclaves, and freeze dryers beneficial.
• Understanding of GMP-regulated environments and health & safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment to maximise uptime and performance
• Diagnose faults and deliver effective troubleshooting solutions to minimise production downtime
• Support and execute equipment reliability improvements and root cause investigations
• Accurately complete maintenance records and CMMS updates, ensuring "right first time" documentation
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and support contractors onsite, ensuring safe and compliant delivery of work
• Maintain strict adherence to cGMP, EHS, and quality standards, contributing to site KPIs and audit readiness

Skills

Maintenance tech

Manufacturing environment

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical & mechanical

HVAC experience

Aseptic lines

Autoclaves

Freeze dryers

GMP compliance

Health & safety

Job description

Ipsen in Wrexham is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance & Reliability team. You will maintain manufacturing equipment to keep it safe, efficient and compliant to support production.

This 4 on/4 off shift role (6am-6pm and 6pm-6am) requires practical problem-solving, strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, and GMP/EHS discipline. Ipsen offers a collaborative culture, investment in the site, and opportunities to grow within a global biopharma.