Technical Specialist (3rd Shift)

Job Summary :

The TTS is a liaison between the production work teams and other enabling support teams with the primary focus to be on training, operational excellence systems development, preventative maintenance and repair for the Value Stream.

The job includes establishing and improving processes by using lean thinking and lean manufacturing applications for a three-shift operation. The TTS will initiate and lead efforts in root cause problem solving and implementation of effective corrective / preventative actions by using Lean tools such as : M1 problem solving, Zoetis Human Performance Analysis, Process FMEA, and systematic trouble shooting.

Work with engineering by participating in developing equipment specifications, user requirements, capital scope development, and qualification activities. Work with procurement and packaging engineering to monitor component issues and conduct feasibility assessments / line trials as needed.

Responsibilities Include :

• Able to initiate and facilitate problem solving and training sessions.
• Perform On-the-Job Training (OJT) of highly technical and automated equipment.
• Perform final sign-off on On-the-Job Training (OJT).
• Review of OEE trends and initiates improvement projects to increase OEE (reduction of micro stops, changeover reduction initiatives, etc.
• Continuous learning of OpEx programs, systems and tools.
• Coordinate Preventative Maintenance shutdowns and activities with the Maintenance team.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert for mechanical and process related itmes; equipment, SOPs, Batch record, forms, logs
• Leading projects in the area (Lean Principles, 5S, Validation, New material / equipment)
• Ensure that Maintenance logs are accurate and complete.
• Ensure that Operator Care is performed to plan and documented accurately.
• Initiates and tracks green tags / work orders.
• Knowledgeable with EBR PAS / X system and able to assist in troubleshooting.
• Able to perform other duties as required.

Required skills, education, and experience :

Work Environment : Colleague will work in a facility that manufactures Cephalosporins and must not be Cephalosporin / Penicillin sensitive. Must work near moving mechanical parts. Eye protection and other personal protective equipment are required.

SHIFT TIMES : 3rd Shift (2200-0630)

Full time

Regular

Colleague

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