Equipment Technician
At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help our patients see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.
We are currently recruiting for an Equipment technician in an 12-month contract role to support our engineering department in Cork. The main responsibility of this role is the maintenance and troubleshooting of existing and new automation. A typical day to day, would include:
Provide first response technical support to automated equipment.
Responsible for defining maintenance and troubleshooting procedures of new equipment introduced to site.
Assist Engineering in the installation and implementation of new equipment. Responsible for the provision of equipment training to the wider engineering team.
Daily reporting into Engineering on all activities and highlighting concerns early.
Responsible for investigating and documenting process issues and report to Engineering all findings and solutions.
Support safety risk assessments for any new equipment introduced.
Ensure continual Quality System compliance by adherence to established and evolving Alcon QS requirements.
Assigned work adheres to H&S and environmental requirements.
Order and maintain stocks of spares and components.
Carry out modifications and upgrades.
What you’ll bring to the role:
A minimum Level 7 qualification in an Engineering or Technical discipline
Strong technical ability and automation experience would be preferred.
Ability to trouble-shoot equipment issues.
Ability to work on own initiative.
Good problem-solving skills
Knowledge of ISO, FDA, GMP standards.
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Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning over 75 years, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people’s lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors. Our more than 25,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with Eye Care Professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care. Learn more at www.alcon.com.
