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Maintenance Technician Fitter Night shift

AbbVie


Job Location:

Westport - Ireland

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 9 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 6 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

An experienced pharmaceutical/medical device fitter is required to carry out planned/unplanned maintenance across aseptic manufacturing filling and or packaging. You will work as part of a strong multi-disciplined team of Fitters Electricians Process and Mechatronic Engineers. We have a strong emphasis on identifying opportunities for improvements and efficiency. Our primary objective is the consistent supply of safe first class product to our customers.

Responsibilities:

  • Planned and Unplanned maintenance of mechanical Services Plant and Equipment.
  • Responsible for determining root cause of equipment issues and implementing solutions
  • Support Machine and Equipment Effectiveness improvements.  
  • Identification and sourcing of all equipment spare parts.  
  • Assisting preventative maintenance by specialist vendors. 
  • Attendance during FAT / Commissioning of new plant and equipment. 
  • Assist in the performance of equipment qualifications.  
  • Support the setup of Preventative Routines for equipment. 
  • Support the Risk assessment of tasks and equipment.  
  • Communication of any concerns about work processes to Management. 
  • Resolve technical issues in an effective & timely manner to support operations.
  • Support continuous improvement and process efficiency programs i.e. MEPOEE OPEX RCA and productivity output for the BU.
  • Provide information to the tracking and monitoring of the relevant KPIs for the Technical Team.
  • Help support the BU during regulatory and compliance audits.
  • Ensures all maintenance activities within the department are performed to the appropriate health and safety standards.
  • Ability to trouble-shoot and correct technical issues in an effective and timely manner with a sense of urgency to minimize equipment downtime.
  • Ability to determine the root cause of technical issues using proven problem-solving techniques.
  • Ability to read analyse interpret technical data and technical procedures.
  • Ability to effectively present information and answer queries.
  • Willingness and ability to collaborate with and influence other groups in a positive team based environment.
  • Flexible and willing to carry out overtime and Shift Work as necessary.

Qualifications :

 

  • Trade Certified Mechanical Qualification - MAMF Essential
  • A minimum of 4 years maintenance and troubleshooting experience in a highly automated production environment
    • Aseptic Filling Lines.
    • Packaging operations Automated Inspection Lines and Robotic Packing
  • Clear understanding and experience of maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical mechanical instrumentation and automation systems.
  • Good documentation skills.
  • Ability to organize workload and work on own initiative.
  • Experience in GMP or other regulated environment and knowledge of required safety standards.
  • Strong ability to evaluate diagnose and troubleshoot problems.
  • Flexibility to respond to issues outside normal business hours.
  • Ability to learn new and different technologies.
  • Working knowledge of pharmaceutical/biotech industries or aseptic processing.
  • The ability to interpret pneumatic and hydraulic schematics and mechanical specifications
  • Experience in the maintenance of electromechanical manufacturing equipment
  • Machining and welding experience an advantage

Additional Information :

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity driving innovation transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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Employment Type :

Full-time


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AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuro ... View more

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