Maintenance Engineer - Up to 24 Month Contract

Auto req ID: 259734BR Job Description We are the concentrate team in PepsiCo (PGCS) working across the Beverage, Nutrition and Snacks categories to deliver concentrate for many of PepsiCo’s mega brands including Gatorade, 7Up and Pepsi. We are at the heart of PepsiCo products, sourcing ingredients to manufacture more than 1,200 recipes for our brands. We are a global organisation, situated in 16 locations across 9 countries offering careers in various functions from Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Finance, R&D, HR and IT. We want team members who can collaborate in our fast paced global organisation and are passionate about creating and delivering much-loved household brands to markets across the world. The role is a contract of up to 24 months initially and is based in Carrigaline plant which is a critical component in our Concentrate manufacturing network. Operations is at the center of everything we do, this is where our food and beverages come to life and is the start of the journey to getting our product in the hands of our consumers. That’s why we need dedicated individuals who share our commitment to the fundamentals of our business in safety, quality, service and efficiency. Would you like to be involved in the manufacture of some of PepsiCo’s billion dollar brands? If so we could take your talents to a whole new level. The primary accountabilities for this role are – -Carry out all work safely, cost effectively and to the highest GMP standards. -Timely and effective troubleshooting and repair of day-to-day equipment and systems issues. -Work with other staff in diagnosing causes of system, equipment, or material failures. -Support Root Cause Analysis teams. -Support all teams in meeting the plants KPI targets. -Support all LOTO activities as required. This involves the creation and checking of LOTO procedures. -Provide technical support to project teams in order to ensure technical best practice solutions. -Participate in Quality, Cost and Service initiatives to drive performance improvement. -Recommend process or system modifications. Assist in diagnosing and finding the answers to technical problems. -Maximise equipment and plant availability through the root cause identification and subsequent elimination of problems/defects. -Implement ideas to improve efficiency and effectiveness in both energy usage and of plant/production equipment performance. Qualifications/Requirements Essential: Qualified – Completion of Electrical/Mechanical apprenticeship and/or Cert/Diploma in Engineering Technology discipline including mechanical, electrical, automation, etc. or equivalent 7 years industry experience ideally within an industrial manufacturing environment Thorough working knowledge and demonstrated ability of the theories and principles of engineering and maintenance across all disciplines is required Understanding of design concepts to ensure maximum contribution. Demonstrated technical and interpersonal skills. Proactive in delivering results in a production environment. Innovative approach to problem solving. Committed to cGMP with a good understanding of business processes/drivers. The control and operation of the automated storage, transfer, handling/sanitising and processing of bulk liquids and powders. Automated liquid and powder process and filling equipment including ancillary equipment including ancillary equipment such as robotics, labelling, check-weighing, stretch-wrapping etc Additional: Familiarity and working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC technology and (In-Batch / In-Touch) Process Control Systems – programming, de-bugging and systems development. Working knowledge of SAP PM. Familiar with LOTO and working on the creation and checking of LOTO procedures. Instrumentation experience.PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated approximately $63 billion in net revenue in 2016, driven by a complementary food and beverage portfolio that includes Frito-Lay, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Quaker and Tropicana. PepsiCo’s product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including 22 brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales. At the heart of PepsiCo is Performance with Purpose – our fundamental belief that the success of our company is inextricably linked to the sustainability of the world around. We believe that continuously improving the products we sell, operating responsibly to protect our planet and empowering people around the world is what enables PepsiCo to run a successful global company that creates long-term value for society and our shareholders. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com. Relocation Eligible: Not Applicable Job Type: Temporary