Industrial Instrumentation Technician

at  Hovione

Join a Market Leader:
Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market.
Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites.
Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life.

You will be responsible to::

• Ensure the instruments maintenance, service, repair and troubleshoot of all equipment and installations (electrical / instrumentation) on site is performed as per Standard Operating Procedures, Maintenance work instructions or engineering best practices;
• Participate in risk assessment of work permits and control of their appropriate execution;
• Actively participate in the implementation of continuous improvement initiative and lean tools within the area;
• Participate in the Quality Assurance and HSE programs, guaranteeing the timely implementation of corrective actions;
• Assist in the training of more junior members of the maintenance area in their area of expertise;
• Ensure the correct completion of all required documentation, paper or system based, associated with own and area work;
• Ensure proper tidiness and cleanliness of the maintained equipment and area as well as of his/her working area;
• Collaborate in the analysis / investigation of irregularities or CAPAs pertaining to area;
• Follow established procedures and processes, with the ability to interpret instructions, drawings and equipment technical documentation;
• Resolve non-complex problems related to discipline, with more complex issues being referred to line manager or technical team member.

We are looking to recruit a Candidate::

• Specific technical course(s)/apprenticeship in the field of expertise (e.g., mechanics, electricians, hydraulics, pneumatics, instrumentations, automation, etc);
• Experience of working in a manufacturing maintenance environment, preferably in a highly regulated industry;
• Knowledge in Instrumentation, Calibration and Verification;
• Knowledge in Automation;
• Knowledge of mechanics / Electricity / Instrumentation;
• Knowledge in Pharma equipment ( not mandatory);
• Clear and open communication skills (written and verbal);
• Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down.

Please refer the Job description for details