Job Title:  Multi-skilled Production Engineer

Role Details

Multi-Skilled Production Engineer
Location: Fawdon, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Double Days – Monday to Friday (6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm)
Salary: Competitive + shift allowance + bonus + benefits

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Multi-Skilled Production Engineer to join our dynamic pharmaceutical manufacturing team. In this hands-on role, you will ensure the efficient running and engineering performance of our production and packaging equipment in line with world-class GMP standards. Your expertise will be essential in troubleshooting, maintaining, and continuously improving high-speed production lines and associated systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance & Line Support

• Perform routine preventive maintenance as scheduled via CMMS, following SOPs and GMP protocols.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns using structured fault diagnosis and delivering high-quality repairs.
• Support efficient line start-ups, changeovers, and format adjustments, minimising downtime and ensuring production targets are met.

• Mechanical and Electrical Interventions

• Conduct mechanical repairs such as, belt/bearing replacements, gear alignment, and pneumatic fixes.
• Undertake electrical tasks including, wiring checks, motor testing, and sensor/component replacement.
• Provide initial diagnosis of automation issues following the technical drawings and escalating complex faults to Team Leaders.

• GMP Compliance and Documentation

• Work in compliance with GMP, particularly when operating in cleanroom and controlled environments.
• Accurately record all engineering activities using CMMS (ea. breakdowns, work orders, spares used), breakdown logs and shift handover records.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and legible documentation to support audit readiness and traceability.

• Health, Safety & LOTO

• Adhere to Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures during all equipment isolation activities.
• Conduct appropriate risk assessments prior to interventions and apply correct PPE and safety measures.
• Immediately report hazards or unsafe behaviours to Team Leaders or EHS representatives.

• Communication and Team Collaboration

• Communicate clearly during shift handovers to ensure fault history, unresolved tasks, and risk items are understood by incoming teams.
• Collaborate with:
• Automation Engineers on controls/electrical faults
• Facilities Engineers where site systems (air, water, HVAC) are involved
• Technical Engineers for investigations, CAPAs, or recurring issues
• Participate in Tier meetings (Production/QA/EHS), safety briefings.
• Support project teams in FAT’s (Available to travel), installation and commissioning phases for line improvements or new equipment’s.

• Continuous Improvement & Reliability

• Identify and report repeated faults, parts failures, or process inefficiencies to support root cause analysis and reliability improvements.
• Contribute to site-wide OEE, TPM and Lean initiatives by offering engineering insights and practical feedback.
• Suggest improvements to SOPs, maintenance schedules or spares inventory based on operational experience.

The Person

• Time-served Engineer with a recognised engineering apprenticeship; HNC qualification preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic and repair skills.
• Experience with PLC interrogation and SCADA systems for troubleshooting and process analysis.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD for reviewing and editing technical drawings.
• Knowledge of LOTO, RAMS, and general health & safety standards.
• Previous experience in a regulated production environment (Automotive, pharmaceutical or food are preferred).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and Continuous Improvement practices.
• CompEx certification or experience with ATEX/hazardous area equipment.
• A collaborative team player with strong communication skills and a can-do attitude.

The Rewards

• Competitive base salary with shift allowance and annual performance bonus

• Holiday entitlement and company pension
• Ongoing career development, training, and internal progression opportunities
• A chance to make a real difference in a growing international pharmaceutical company
• Participate in engineering upskilling programs (e.g., new equipment training, PLC, Electrical, Mechanical)

How to Apply

If you possess the experience, passion and ability to make this role a success then we would like to hear from you. Please complete your Candidate Profile on our careers site to apply for this role. The closing date is 29/06/25. For more information, you can contact us on: careers@accord-healthcare.com

A Bit About Us

Accord Healthcare Europe is one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in Europe. Accord has one of the largest market footprints of any European generic and biosimilars companies selling generic medicines in over 80 countries around the world. This global footprint enables us to deliver vital, affordable medicines to national health systems supporting healthcare professionals to transform patient lives worldwide. The approach of Accord is agile and inventive, always seeking to improve products and patients' access to them. Accord are driven to think differently and deliver more for the benefit of patients worldwide. 

To continue our growth, we’re looking for the best and brightest technical minds and forward-thinking business professionals. Keeping our people at the heart of all we do, we offer rewarding opportunities for those looking for continued personal and professional growth, investing in training and development tailored to each individual’s focus. So, if you’re looking for an inclusive company to take your career to the next level, you’re certainly in the right place; come and join us to make it better.

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All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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