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Engineering Production Technician, 12-month FTC
Astellas PharmaIrelandfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Apr 2026
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Job Advert Title Engineering Production Technician, 12-month FTC Location Ireland Function/Business Area Manufacturing Employment Class PermanentDescription
Engineering Production Technician, 12-month FTCAbout Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Location and Working Environment
- This position is onsite at AICL Kerry Plant, Ireland.
Working Hours
- This position operates on a weekly rotation of day and evening shifts.
Purpose and Scope
- Capsule Production of products to GMP standards. Member of a Capsules team.
Role and Responsibilities
- Provide all manner of Engineering support to the Production group to ensure all shop floor schedules are met.
- to ensure all machines are correctly maintained and to ensure minimum levels of downtime are maintained at all times.
- Responsibility for all aspects of maintenance for production related equipment, typically but not limited to, planned maintenance, spare parts ordering, stores organisation, set-up/preparation of equipment for production.
Required Qualifications
- Certificate/Diploma in an Engineering discipline, or a trade qualification in an engineering discipline, or extensive engineering experience.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong focus on the importance of quality.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good computer skills and technical ability.
- Ability to work as part of a flexible team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Mechanical and electrical experience or educational background desirable.
- Mechatronics qualification desirable.
What awaits you at Astellas?
- Global collaboration: Work within a connected global community dedicated to improving patient lives.
- Real-world patient impact: Contribute to life-changing therapies that make a difference worldwide.
- Relentless innovation: Join a company pushing scientific boundaries.
- A Culture of Growth: Thrive in a supportive environment that fosters development and progression.
Our Organisational Values and Behaviours
- Impact
- Innovation
- Integrity
- One Astellas
- Accountability
- Courage
- Sense of Urgency
- Outcome Focus
Benefits
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