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Stryker

Manufactures orthopedic and surgical medical devices

Senior Technician - Manufacturing

Equipment MaintenanceUpdated on Nov 13
Full-timeCork, Ireland

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Certificate, Diploma, or Senior Trades qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or Manufacturing is required.
  • At least 3 years of experience working in a regulated environment and experience in maintenance or engineering are required.
  • Demonstrated subject matter expertise in multiple key processes and/or equipment is required.
  • Proficiency in reading specification and schematic drawings, interpreting equipment manuals, and working from them.
  • Strong numerical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in sourcing materials and generating quotations as required.
  • Willingness to learn and become familiar with all relevant site systems needed to complete the role.
  • Flexibility to work in different areas of the business.
  • Fluency in English and strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
  • Familiarity with environmental health and safety standards and practices.
  • Good organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Strong commitment to Quality, Safety, and Good Manufacturing Practice.
  • Demonstrated ability to coach, train, or mentor.

Responsibilities

  • Actively contribute as a member of the cross-functional line support team to achieve area goals and metrics, and serve as the lead point of contact on the line/shift maintenance team.
  • Carry out and schedule planned preventative maintenance on equipment, service mechanical, electrical, and non-technical equipment, and proactively identify and resolve issues with permanent fixes to maximise equipment uptime.
  • Carry out and lead fault-finding and repairs on equipment that has unexpectedly stopped; contact and coordinate service engineers when external assistance is required, and assist and serve as a point of contact for subcontractors as needed.
  • Maintain and maximise use of the Computer Aided Facility Management system and ensure all work is completed and closed within the agreed timeframe; escalate potential system improvements to enhance functionality.
  • Assist with and coordinate installation of new plant and equipment.
  • Maintain appropriate records in line with Good Manufacturing Practice requirements; maintain cleanliness and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practice and environmental health and safety requirements, ensuring compliance with 6S during maintenance work.
  • Provide level 1 support for business-systems issue resolution; liaise with the IS service desk, Applications Support Team, and supervisor, respond to queries promptly, and interpret the impact of level 2 and 3 issues.
  • Contribute to developing hardware and software maintenance and troubleshooting guidelines; liaise with production engineers and other support personnel and groups to identify and solve problems.
  • Participate in the tiered daily improvement process, communicate equipment and technical issues, lead maintenance shift handovers, and update key metrics and inputs.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in key maintenance and equipment areas, train and mentor newer or less experienced team members, and act as a designee for more senior maintenance team members as needed.
  • Promote site cost-reduction initiatives from idea through implementation, including energy-saving opportunities.
  • Complete required training within the agreed timeframe.
  • Report accidents, incidents, and out-of-place findings; keep workshop and maintenance stores areas tidy.
  • Take on ad hoc projects as deemed necessary by the supervisor or representative.

Desired Qualifications

  • Formal training or certification in any of the listed qualification areas.

About the Company

Stryker

Manufactures orthopedic and surgical medical devices

Stryker makes medical devices for hospitals, surgical centers and emergency responders, spanning joint implants, surgical instruments and patient transport equipment. Its Mako platform assists surgeons with joint replacement, while its neurotechnology products support brain and spine procedures and stroke treatment. Clinicians use its equipment during surgery and emergency care, and the company earns money by selling implants, disposable products and capital equipment through direct sales teams and distributors. The business also supplies training and technical support for healthcare providers using its devices. Stryker was founded in 1941 and is headquartered in Portage, Michigan.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Portage, MI
Founded
1941

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