Senior / Technician, Maintenance

Edwards Lifesciences (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled technician to operate and maintain processing equipment used in tissue production. This role involves ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements while actively participating in maintenance functions and equipment inspections. The ideal candidate will have a National ITE Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, along with substantial experience in equipment maintenance and solutions mixing. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and quality of production processes in a highly regulated medical device environment.

Benefits

Transportation provided from designated pick-up points

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in maintenance equipment.
• Ability to read P&ID and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance functions of manufacturing equipment.
• Perform routine daily equipment inspections for smooth operations.
• Support engineers in equipment troubleshooting and enhancements.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Preventive Maintenance

Process Validation

Good Manufacturing Practices

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

National ITE Certificate (NITEC)

Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Applies technical skill and dexterity in the operation of processing equipment used in tissue production to meet Edwards quality standards, regulatory requirements, and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate and participate in maintenance functions of all manufacturing equipment and ensure that they are all in good conditions.
2. Schedule and perform all chemicals mixing activities and be accountable for chemicals mixing quality.
3. Perform routine daily equipment inspections to ensure smooth production operations.
4. Assist Engineers/Lead Technicians in building prototypes for feasibility studies, new equipment evaluation, and validation.
5. Support engineers/lead technicians in equipment troubleshooting, enhancements, and new production line setup.
6. Implement corrective actions in affected areas experiencing downtime, including assistance with exception work orders (EWOs), Equipment Non-Conformance Reports (ENCRs), and Out of Tolerance (OOT) issues.
7. Participate in 5S, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
8. Procure, maintain, and track equipment spares and production consumables.
9. Perform other incidental duties, such as occasional photocopying or deliveries.

Education and Experience:

National ITE Certificate (NITEC) or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering with at least 3 years of relevant experience, including working knowledge of maintenance equipment and solutions mixing.

Additional Skills:

• Ability to read P&ID and wiring diagrams.
• Experience in jigs and fixtures design, tooling, and manufacturing aids modifications.
• Experience in process or equipment validation such as IQ, OQ, and PQ.
• Experience in continuous improvement projects.
• Good communication skills and proficiency in English (reading, speaking, writing).
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office.
• Substantial knowledge of routine preventive maintenance of production equipment.
• In-house training on specialty equipment operations.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Documentation Practices in a medical device environment.
• Ability to work in a team and independently, including inter-departmental collaboration.
• Adherence to company rules and safety protocols, including pandemic measures and environmental safety.
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM. Transportation provided from designated pick-up points.