Maintenance Technician in Wrexham

At Ipsen, we are committed to improving the lives of patients, with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission, delivering cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

With a recent £24 million investment in the site and a further £86.4 million expansion underway, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence, then Ipsen could be where you thrive!

We’re seeking a hands-on and driven Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance & Reliability team in Wrexham. This role is primarily focused on manufacturing equipment maintenance, where you’ll ensure machinery is operating safely, efficiently, and reliably to support production.

You’ll play a critical role in delivering high-quality maintenance activities in a regulated environment, driving equipment performance while upholding the highest standards of cGMP, quality, and safety compliance. This is a 4 on/4 off shift pattern – 2 days and 2 nights, 6am-6pm and 6pm to 6am.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment to maximise uptime and performance
• Diagnose faults and deliver effective troubleshooting solutions to minimise production downtime
• Support and execute equipment reliability improvements and root cause investigations
• Accurately complete maintenance records and CMMS updates, ensuring “right first time” documentation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support contractors onsite, ensuring safe and compliant delivery of work
• Maintain strict adherence to cGMP, EHS, and quality standards, contributing to site KPIs and audit readiness

Knowledge, skills & experience:

• Proven experience in a maintenance technician role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills on production equipment
• Multi-skilled in both electrical and mechanical is preferred. Experience of HVAC, aseptic filling lines, autoclaves and freeze dryers is beneficial
• Understanding of GMP-regulated environments and health & safety practices

If you’re a practical problem-solver who thrives on keeping production equipment running at its best, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

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