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Maintenance Technician

Binley Woods
6 months ago
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Location: Coventry, CV3 2RQ
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Hours of Work: 05:00-13:30 Monday – Friday
Why Join Us
Innovate in Healthcare – Be part of a forward-thinking medical devices company developing cutting-edge wound care solutions.
Make an Impact – Play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance for life-changing medical products.
Global Reach – Work on regulatory strategies that impact markets across the UK, EU, USA, and beyond.
Perks & Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Hybrid/Flexible working
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Life cover & incapacity benefits
• Cash Back Medical Scheme
About the Company:
SFM Ltd are not just a medical devices manufacturer – we’re innovators in advanced wound care solutions. Our high-quality, cost-effective products improve patient care and wellbeing worldwide.
Maintenance Technician (Electrical Bias) - The Role
We are looking for a highly skilled and proactive Maintenance Technician (Electrical Bias) to join our team in the pharmaceutical industry.
In this role, you will ensure the reliable and efficient operation of our production equipment, facilities, and utilities.
While your primary focus will be on electrical systems, you will also need a strong understanding of mechanical maintenance to support a multidisciplinary approach to equipment reliability.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical components, including PLCs, motor controls, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Work with low-voltage and high-voltage systems (up to 440V), ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Conduct mechanical maintenance tasks, including pumps, conveyors, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Collaborate with process engineering and production teams to minimise downtime and improve equipment performance.
• Participate in the installation, modification, and commissioning of new machinery and equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice(GMP) and regulatory standards.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols and company procedures at all times.
• Provide technical support and training to production operators when necessary.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Assist with contractor management.
Compliance Responsibilities:
• Ensure engineering activities comply with relevant medical device standards and approved procedures.
• Adhere to all quality, health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Assist with Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) investigations and resolutions when engineering input is required.
• Ensure all documents and records meet regulatory compliance requirements.
Key Skills & Experience:
• Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Maintenance, or a related field.
• Strong electrical knowledge, with experience in PLC fault finding, automation, control panels, and instrumentation.
• Good mechanical aptitude, with experience working on rotating machinery, pumps, gearboxes, and pneumatics.
• Previous experience in a pharmaceutical, food, FMCG, textiles, or other regulated manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with GMP standards and working within cleanroom environments is an advantage.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, steam boilers, and water treatment would be beneficial.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Proficiency in IT systems, including CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and Microsoft Office.
Ready to Make an Impact
APPLY NOW! Send us your CV and cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit.
Please Note: Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We reserve the right to close applications early.
We reserve the right to close this application process early if we receive a high volume of qualified applicants. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
No agencies, please

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