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About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,300 employees worldwide.

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

The Maintenance Technician is an integral part of our Engineering team based out of our Ireland - Sligo site.

• Maintain machinery, plant, equipment, utilities, facilities & services to required operating standards, ensuring that the validated state of GMP equipment is maintained.
• Perform installation, emergency, corrective & preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Perform routine PMs & related paperwork according to scheduled timelines & ensure that eMaint is updated.
• Coordination & management of maintenance contractors/equipment vendors on site, issuing & control of permits to work. Review their reports & records.
• Trouble shoot issues, providing engineering expertise to find solutions promptly.
• Perform duties in a compliant manner & in accordance with all site SOP’s, Phibro EHS standards & guidelines & relevant legal requirements.
• Breakdown analysis (root cause analysis, problem solving tools)
• Work closely with project team to assist in the specification, installation, commissioning & testing of new or recommissioned equipment/plant/utilities.
• Attend FATs to ensure adherence to user requirements specifications & associated requirements.
• Own or provide engineering input to deviations, CAPAs and change controls.
• Dealing with any problems or issues escalated from Operations which may affect production.
• Management of supplies & spare parts inventory.
• Participate in projects to improve system performance & reliability.
• Assist in developing & implementing line/process improvements to achieve required OEE, support continuous improvements.
• This role will require shift work.
• Provide ‘On Call’ support.
• Escalate issues with equipment or its management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor degree or similar trade qualification in an engineering discipline
• 5 years+ of industry experience in a GMP manufacturer with at least 3 years’ experience in maintenance of chemical, HVAC/mechanical systems, pneumatic & hydraulic system, electrical power systems, control systems, building management systems
• Experience in maintaining utilities, facilities & production/process equipment
• Must have a strong technical aptitude.
• Good team player who enjoys collaborating with others to find effective solutions.
• Proactive attitude with ability to work on own initiative within the Phibro Quality Management and Engineering Standards framework.
• Understanding of the different level of work order priorities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Appreciation of total cost of ownership in dealing with equipment specification, repairs and maintenance.
• Good analytical skills and ability to think logically in order to problem solve.
• Understanding of the relevant quality standards.
• Sense of ownership & accountability for own work.
• Experience of participating in project work & handling multiple tasks.
• Proficient in written & spoken English.
• Proficient in MS.
• Predictive maintenance regimes & routines
• Experience working with CMMS – eMaint an advantage.
• Time management - ability to prioritise & deliver quality output to strict deadlines.
• Willingness to take on ad hoc duties & support Phibro team.
• Adaptable & flexible, willing to travel when needed.

• Experience in tablet manufacturing or other pharmaceutical areas.
• Experience with utilities.
• Equipment validation experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD & ability to read & interpret technical drawings & specifications
• Interest in participating in ad hoc projects & developing new skills.

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.