Manufacturing Engineer Technician

Oxoid Remel Microbiology; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxoid Remel Microbiology is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Technician I to support maintenance and improvements across our production lines. The role operates on a rotating shift pattern (6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm alternating) and involves hands-on work with sophisticated equipment in a quality-focused environment.

You will resolve technical issues, perform calibrations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to sustain world-class manufacturing and product quality for customers worldwide.

Qualifications

• Hands-on technical experience in an engineering environment.
• Experience with mechanical/electrical troubleshooting for repair and maintenance.
• Proficiency in instrument calibrations and adjustments to specs.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and CAD files.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Able to lift up to 50 lb occasionally and 25 lb frequently.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for repairs and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to improve uptime and reliability.
• Develop preventative maintenance activities with plant improvements.
• Assist specialised contractors for routine and reactive tasks.
• Diagnose faults and implement corrective actions affecting safety and quality.
• Repair faulty machinery across site and manage parts issuance.
• Maintain safety reporting and participate in safety initiatives.
• Understand instrumentation calibration and keep validated specs.
• Keep CMMS data accurate and current.
• Ensure quality and ethical work practices and maintain a tidy workplace.
• Support site as defined in local procedures and participate in projects.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Instrument calibrations

CAD drawings interpretation

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education or trade cert

Engineering/engineering technology background

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer Technician

Shift based role 6am-2pm , 2pm-10pm alternating

Join our Manufacturing Engineering team, where you'll contribute to world-class manufacturing operations. As a Manufacturing Engineering Technician I, you'll work with sophisticated equipment and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal production performance. You'll resolve technical issues, perform calibrations, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that help us deliver essential products to our customers worldwide.

This position offers excellent opportunities for growth and development while working with advanced technology in a quality-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for purposes of repairs and maintenance.
• Undertake routine preventative maintenance requirements for manufacturing, facility and labs to improve plant uptime and equipment reliability.
• Development of preventative maintenance activities in conjunction with plant improvements and improved ways of working
• Supporting where required specialised contractors carrying out routine and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Solving faults and failures in processing equipment including identification of corrective actions linked to unplanned engineering break.downs impacting safety, service and product quality.
• Repair of faulty manufacturing, facilities and lab machinery and equipment throughout the site as required.
• Alignment to site spare parts and materials control, ensuring issuance is accurate.
• Full participation in safety reporting and site / department led safety initiatives and training.
• Understanding instrumentation calibration and adjustment across the facility, whilst maintaining validated specifications and limits.
• Support keeping the CMMS and other data sources accurate and current.
• Ensuring that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance.
• Ensure the workplace is kept clean and tidy in line with 5Sprinciples, improving efficiency.
• Provide cover for all aspects of site support as defined within local procedures.
• Work on projects as defined by engineering management.
• Align with GMP requirements and company rules, policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• Hands on technical experience working in an engineering environment.
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field
• Post-secondary education and/or a technical trade certificate/apprenticeship/traineeship.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities for equipment repair and maintenance
• Proficiency in performing instrument calibrations and adjustments while maintaining validated specifications
• Experience with CAD software and ability to interpret engineering drawings
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to analyze technical issues
• Strong attention to detail and organizational capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently
• Interest in learning and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Commitment to safety protocols and quality standards
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with various stakeholders
• Ability to perform additional duties as assigned by management