Lead Technician - Manufacturing Engineering

Vectura Group; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Technician in Manufacturing Engineering, where your expertise will drive efficiency and compliance in a regulated environment. You'll be pivotal in maintaining cutting-edge equipment, ensuring optimal performance through calibration and troubleshooting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes and support the development of junior technicians. This role offers a dynamic and supportive environment, allowing you to make a significant impact on operations and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Take the next step in your career and apply today!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing engineering with a focus on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of GMP and industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration and maintenance of GMP equipment to ensure compliance.
• Investigate and resolve mechanical and electrical issues in a timely manner.

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Electrical Troubleshooting

Calibration

GMP Compliance

Documentation Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

BTEC HNC/HND in Engineering

Tools

Computer Software for Documentation

Job description

Job Details: Lead Technician - Manufacturing Engineering

Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name

Lead Technician - Manufacturing Engineering

Vacancy No

VN117

Category

Business Support Functions

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Duration

Full Time

Location

Not specified

Job Advert

The Lead Technician in Manufacturing Engineering ensures the calibration and maintenance of GMP and development equipment, supporting teams in resolving mechanical and electrical issues to ensure efficient operations in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Principal Accountabilities:

1. Perform calibration and maintenance of GMP and development equipment to ensure compliance and optimal performance.
2. Investigate and resolve mechanical and electrical issues/breakdowns for GMP and development equipment/processes in a timely manner.
3. Maintain and manage equipment history files, ensuring accurate documentation of all maintenance activities.
4. Take ownership of external contractors working on-site in GMP areas, ensuring they adhere to relevant protocols and safety standards.
5. Provide engineering support to cross-functional teams, troubleshooting and resolving equipment/process-related issues.
6. Contribute to the creation and development of procedures and investigation documents within Vectura’s Quality Management System (QMS).
7. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, equipment, and overall ways of working.
8. Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth integration of engineering solutions into manufacturing operations.
9. Support the development and implementation of training programs for junior technicians and team members.
10. Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations and standards in daily activities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• BTEC HNC/HND or equivalent in an engineering field, with proven experience and competency in manufacturing engineering.
• Strong experience in mechanical/electrical troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance in a regulated environment.
• Understanding of GMP and other industry-specific regulations.
• Proficient in using computer software and systems for documentation and reporting purposes.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to take ownership and demonstrate leadership in managing contractors and complex technical issues.

Why Join Us?

At Vectura, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where your skills and experience will directly impact the success of our operations. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to continuous development activities and work on cutting-edge equipment in a regulated, high-quality setting.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with us!