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Engineering Technician
Location: Hatfield
Salary: Competitive
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Our client is a leading research based pharmaceutical organisation with an extensive portfolio across the Oncology, Neurology and Pain therapy areas.
By joining them, you will be working for an organisation with a human healthcare philosophy, which means that they put the patient first in everything they do.
The Role
Reporting to the Senior Production Engineering Manager, this role is responsible for the reliable and GMP compliant operation of the Production related equipment on Manufacturing and Packaging machinery and supporting systems within the EKC facility at Hatfield.
To ensure that operations carried out within your area of responsibility are carried out in accordance with the requirements of the organisation Quality System, GMP Guidelines and Industry Standards.
Duties are performed to ensure:
A safe working environment is maintained for self and other organisation employees, ensuring all near miss incidents and accidents are reported in accordance with procedures.
The Quality of products manufactured and released is assured through adherence to all procedures.
Opportunities to improve operations and reduce cost are identified and progressed through the continuous improvement and demand innovation initiatives.
The organisations philosophies of hhc is at the forefront of daily activities.
All stakeholder and customer expectations are understood and met through communication.
Performance is in line with personal and organisation objectives with demonstrated behaviours and competencies.
Skills and Qualifications
Time served apprenticeship or relevant experience City & Guilds
Btec Level 3
or relevant technical equivalent

Fault finding skills
Aptitude for neat, clear and concise documentation.
Multi-disciplined
A determination to understand breakdown/failure root cause and prevent reoccurrence.
Ability to prioritise and plan own work
Computer literacy
Growth mindset
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Adaptable and flexible to cope with the changing needs of production.
Benefits
Hybrid working (Depending on role)
Car/Car Allowance (Depending on role)
Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles
Discretionary Bonus
Free onsite parking
Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop
Learning and development opportunities
Retail discounts
Well-being & mental health awareness programmes
Multi-faith prayer room
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

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