Support Controls Engineer
Support Controls Engineer
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Job title: Support Controls Engineer
Department: UK Manufacturing
Location: Hamble
GLS: P2
Shift: Green Shift last 2 days Blue Shift first 2 days
Shift Pattern: 4 days on 4 days off
A brighter future awaits you
CooperVision is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improvethe way people see each day. Its more than makingcontact lenses its about giving lens wearers freedom andconfidence to move about their daily lives. Were all about bright futures for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.
At CooperVision were big on belonging. Everyones contribution counts and thats why inclusion and diversity are so isnt just the right thing to do; its what makes our company the best it can be. We are committed to creating an inclusive and engaging workplace. Our Employee Resource Groups offer employees to grow within a safe and inclusive be yourself whoever you are and lets achieve amazing things together.
Job summary What to expect:
As a Support Controls Engineer you be part of an experienced team of XXX peers. You will be expected to provide controls expertise to the business and supporting in all controls related breakdowns. You will be work closely with our Machine Operators Maintenance and IT daily and assist in the developing of other engineering support departments through coaching training and mentoring.
Here at CooperVision you will be working in a highly regulated environment that conforms to the requirements of ISO13485 ISO14971 etc and therefore an Understanding of Quality Assurance and Quality Control systems medical device/pharmaceutical FDA GAMP ISO and International regulatory requirements would be beneficial. This role is typically working in a normal office environment however there is a requirement to work within all areas of manufacturing including machining and maintenance workshops and manufacturing clean rooms. This will result in the job holder wearing appropriate protective clothing in these areas.
Essential Functions & Accountabilities:
- Provide controls support expertise to Manufacturing Support groups to identify and rectify controls related breakdowns
- Further improve controls system through identifying root cause for issues and generating improvement plans to drive continuous improvements
- Maintain Software Change Control logs
- Provide technical support to configure populate and support OEE data collection.
- Assist Manufacturing Support Group development through coaching mentoring and training on control systems and platforms across UK Manufacturing
- Assist in the design and development implementation documentation validation and support of controls systems for new processes and Engineering changes
- Maintain good communication with Manager and other members of team to ensure that improvement plans are actioned and followed
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Understanding of Quality Assurance and Quality Control systems medical device/pharmaceutical FDA GAMP ISO and International regulatory requirements
- Good knowledge of;
- Competence with the following is desirable;
- Experience of Manufacturing Process Systems and interfaces to higher level systems (Batch tracking Production planning).
- Experience of ISO/ FDA software validation requirements audits and change control
- PLC SCADA Programming packages including RSLogix500 Studio5000
- Integrated Safety including; GuardLogix Pilz
- SCADA Applications including; RSView32 HMI including: FTView ME
- HMI including: FactoryTalk View ME
- Networks including; Ethernet EtherNet IP DeviceNet ControlNet ASI and ProfiBus OPC ODBC
- Elau CoDeSys
- Zenon HMI
- SQL & VBA
- Perform OEE
A full job description is available upon request.
About you:
We are looking for someone who puts both our internal and external customer needs first and with this can prioritise the needs of these customers multitasking the demands of a 24/7 manufacturing process. Working within a diverse environment the successful postholder will be able to build relationships with colleagues across different departments and teams.
Experience & Education:
- ONC or Equivalent Experience in Electrical/Electronic/Controls discipline
- A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar engineering role
- Proven competence with SCADA and PLC controls systems for automated equipment
- Experience of ISO/ FDA software validation requirements audits and change control
- Experience in a Manufacturing Environment preferably medical device or pharmaceutical fields
- Experience of working with crosssite multinational multidisciplinary teams
What we offer:
Youll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including; 25 days holiday pension scheme healthcare cover life assurance access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!
We are committed to our employees personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals well give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.
We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in you career and grow with CooperVision
What you can expect:
As a CooperVision employee youll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success. With our CooperPride African Descent Womans Impact Network and Mind Body and Wellbeing Employee Resource Groups we offer opportunities for employees to learn and grow within an inclusive and safe space.
If you like what you see take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today!All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.
We operate a candidate referral scheme so if you know anyone who could be a perfect fit for this role please email their CV to quoting the job reference code to enjoy a 100 voucher reward if they are successful!
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Employment Type
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