Job Description

Are you an Equipment Technician who is energized by the challenge of being part of one of the leading pharmaceutical companies worldwide? If so an Equipment Technician role is the one for you to explore.

As an Equipment Technician, you will be accountable for maintaining the production machines in liquid, topical, vaccine and overprint production areas in good working condition, maximum availability and consistently producing Quality product in order to achieve the set production plan targets in full compliance with GMP.

This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career, these responsibilities include some of the following:

Key Responsibilities: Main equipment models are : LEE manufacturing system, IMA F57, IWKA TF20,IWKA CP150, Pagomat 6/90 labeling, BIPAK -Promatic, Session Inhalers testing, Libra B/B, over wrapping, Kadek overprinting, leaflet folding machines) The occupant shall also be required to extend engineering back up to other production machines in Tablet and Cephs. (Main Machine: DPN760 Blister, GC1000 coater, Express 20Manesty Compression,) Carry out routine maintenance of the Topical /Liquid manufacturing, Topical /Liquid filling, labeling and packaging machines. Carry out preventative maintenance tasks as per schedule. Carry out electrical checks periodically as per written procedure Develop the existing and introduce new PPM routines to minimize breakdown time. Carry out machine Changeovers and set up as agreed with the production. Carry out day to day trouble shooting and rectification of faults. Carry out minor electrical & mechanical trouble shooting and rectification. Working with electrical & mechanical professional for any electrical/mechanical breakdowns. Ensure the use of CMMS system to record all routine and incidental maintenance, review breakdown history and update the PPM routines as preventative measure. Operate to new and established Sop's designed to ensure that all related systems and engineering documentation are kept up to date and meets the current GSK. Ensure that all authored SOP's are kept up to date. Fabrication of small machine elements using workshop machines. Ensure that all tools and test equipment are kept in a safe and calibrated state prior to use. Work out spare part inventory to support maintenance plan Help procurement by dealing with local part-manufacturer/supplier technically. Implement authorized modification and machine development work and inform machine owner with the quick benefits from the suggested changes. Erection, installation, commissioning of new equipment Ensure the machines validation documentation books are kept up to date Ensure that the raised engineering Change control are implemented and completed as authorized and work closely with other team members as and when required. Ensure that machines O & M manuals are kept updated and available at point of use. Contribute /Develop Standard Operating Procedures as per requirement. Carry out training to machine operator. Attend and positively respond to training courses to improve work skills. Ensure that at all time the training record is kept up to date and in Readiness for Audit. Stand In for other equipment maintenance supervisor. Ensure Internal /External Audits readiness and complete actions /recommendations as agreed. Actively Contribute to OE activities and cost saving projects either within or outside area of responsibility. Ensure the reporting of up normal Incidents,Conditions or Near Misses that may result in damage to other GSK staff, property or reputation Comply with all related GQP's requirement and work in shifts whenever required. Carry on trouble shooting for equipments and to be on call whenever is required. Ensure full familiarity and Implementation of all applicable GSK Corporate Governance Policies.

Why you? Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: 5+ years of experience in Mechanical/Electrical. Bachelor's Degree in engineering or equivalent Diploma V. Good level of English language V. Good level of Computer skills (Microsoft office) Basic knowledge of GMP Good knowledge of EHS

Why is this Level of Experience Required? To meet GSK Standards

Business Challenges Develop good relationship with factory staff. This will maximize overall team effort and therefore raise customer satisfaction. Co-ordinate with Warehouse, Planning, QA and Engineering as and when required to ensure on time delivery of materials and not to have any backlogs. Personal Challenges

Personal Challenges Accountable for individually identified risks and escalate to the line manager, where applicable develop risk mitigation plan and monitor the implementation plan. Strictly adhere to GSK Environmental, Health and safety instructions as per site EHS policy and procedures to prevent accidents. Ensure full GMP compliance in all performed duties. adhere the machines validation i.e. DQ,IQ,OQ and PQ (in co-ordination with production) Supervise outside maintenance contractors, working inside the plant, and ensure full GMP and EHS compliance. Avoid LTAs by using the right techniques e.g. manual handling. Promote quality and safe working all the time applying Zero access and LOTO standards

Why GSK?

At GSK, we have already delivered unprecedented change over the past four years, improving R&D, becoming a leader in Consumer Health, strengthening our leadership, and transforming our commercial execution. Now, we're making the biggest changes we've made to our business in over 20 years. We're on track to separate and create two new companies in 2022: New GSK with a leading portfolio of vaccines and specialty medicines as well as R&D based on immune system and genetics science; and a new world-leading consumer healthcare company of loved and trusted brands.

With new ambition comes new purpose. For New GSK, this is to unite science, talent and technology to get ahead of disease together - all with the clear ambition of delivering human health impact; stronger and more sustainable shareholder returns; and as a new GSK where outstanding people thrive.

Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it. How we do all this is through our people and our culture. A culture that is ambitious for patients - so we deliver what matters better and faster; accountable for impact - with clear ownership of goals and support to succeed; and where we do the right thing. So, if you're ready to improve the lives of billions, join us at this exciting moment in our journey. Join our challenge to get Ahead Together.

Closing date: 12/06/2023

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organisation where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of 2030.

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a workplace where everyone can feel a sense of belonging and thrive as set out in our Equal and Inclusive Treatment of Employees policy. We're committed to being more proactive at all levels so that our workforce reflects the communities we work and hire in, and our GSK leadership reflects our GSK workforce.

Contact information: You may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button.

Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.

371446