Operations Technician - Mechanical

Elanco; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in animal health is seeking an Operations Technician - Mechanical to join their dynamic team. This role involves overseeing the operation of a manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards, and contributing to a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical background and be committed to continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and be part of a diverse team dedicated to enhancing the lives of animals. If you're ready to make a difference and grow your career, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating manufacturing plants under cGMP requirements.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation of the POP/DEN production facility.
• Perform maintenance and fault finding on equipment.
• Develop and maintain documentation for cGMP and SOPs.

Skills

cGMP compliance

Process operation

Fault finding

Root cause analysis

Health and safety regulations

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Discipline

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Elanco Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

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At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.

Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Position Description:

To provide support for the running of the POP/DEN production facility. A member of the team responsible for the manufacture of products in a manner that allows business objectives to be met. This involves working without supervision and being responsible for plant operation and all associated documentation. Be responsible for the operation, sharing knowledge, coaching other team members.

Functions, Duties, Tasks

EH&S:

• Ensure activities of self and other team members are such as to meet all health, safety and environmental requirements. Incidents must be reported, and where appropriate, investigated and acted upon immediately.
• Complete all housekeeping activities necessary to ensure a safe, clean working environment compliant with site health and safety, environmental and occupational hygiene requirements.
• Write and execute Permits to Work to ensure that both colleagues and contractors comply with requirements of the permits whilst carrying out identified activities.
• Attend EH & S and other safety related meetings. Carry out environmental monitoring and recording as required.

Process/Equipment Operation:

• Perform day-to-day operation of manufacturing plant through computer controlled and manual operations meeting cGMP requirements and optimising schedule performance
• Identify any potential deviations and determine/take appropriate actions.
• Focus on the economy of operations, their efficiency and effectiveness such that yield, utilisation, losses, and expenses achieve or improve on targets.

Maintenance:

• Perform day-to-day repairs and fault finding. Carry out PM tasks, breakdown repairs and condition monitoring as required. This includes identifying deviations and determining/taking the appropriate corrective actions. Assist in identifying optimal time scales for PMs, executing PM procedures, and completing required documentation.
• Utilise historical data on equipment from archives to optimise performance and maintenance.

Analytical:

• Sample and/or test raw materials, intermediates, and products within cGMP requirements as needed.
• Sample and/or test and arrange for the safe disposal of waste streams.

Documentation:

• Develop and maintain documentation for cGMP, SOPs, risk assessments, continuous improvement activities, and other projects.
• Complete work tickets, control, trend charts, housekeeping records, and environmental documents accurately and promptly report incidents and deviations.

Raw Materials Receipt, Warehousing, Final Product Despatch:

• Assist with accepting and sampling deliveries, raw materials, and packaging. Liaise with Quality for approval and use of materials. Use forklifts and warehouse systems safely to record all movements.

Performance Management and Continuous Learning:

• Participate in performance management, training, and personal development initiatives. Seek self-development opportunities to grow professionally and contribute to company success.

Process Improvement and Problem Solving:

• Work with team members to improve operations and practices. Use root cause analysis to resolve issues. Lead problem-solving and improvement activities related to equipment and processes.

Minimum Qualification:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in mechanical discipline.

Additional Preferences:

• FLT license.

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected statuses.