Engineering Planner/ Buyer - Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC

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Dechra is a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2000 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business

The Opportunity 

The Engineering Planner/Buyer is responsible for planning and scheduling day-to-day maintenance and calibration activities across the site and the procurement of engineering spare parts, consumables, tools, and services.  The role also performs CMMS asset management activities and archiving of engineering documentation. 

So, what will you be doing? This role has a broad and varied remit and the successful candidate will have responsibility for duties including:

• Scheduling, assignment and tracking the execution of preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, calibrations, etc. for site assets through the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). 

• Manage asset life cycle through the CMMS. 

• Generating CMMS reports and scorecards of engineering performance. 

• Proactively work with engineering personnel to ensure they have the tools, spare parts, materials, and supplies required to accomplish assigned tasks.   

• Initiate purchase requisitions, verify receipt of goods and services, and process all invoices to ensure financial commitments are paid in the correct period.   

• Assist personnel in submitting engineering calibration and maintenance documentation for review and approval to ensure proper flow of documents. 

• Oversees the flow of the engineering work order documentation from issuance to submission and final approval. 

• Coordinate with document control department and departmental managers on issuance and reconciliation of engineering documentation to ensure smooth flow of documents, timely execution of work, and cGMP compliance. 

• Supporting the clerical and administrative aspects of engineering projects to ensure smooth execution. 

• Managing the engineering document archive.  

• Other departmental administrative support tasks, as assigned. 

Here at Dechra we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer and we embrace candidates from all walks of life. We’re particularly keen to hear from those who have/are:

• High school diploma or GED. 

• Associate or higher degree desirable.

• Certificate or certification in planning and/or project management desirable.

• Minimum of 3 years prior experience working in an engineering/maintenance department. Experience working in a cGMP environment desirable. 

• Demonstrated ability to plan and schedule engineering/maintenance work. Practical experience performing equipment and/or facilities maintenance activities desirable.

• Proficient/fluent in English. Fully bilingual English/Spanish desirable.

• Computer literate with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications, CMMS and purchasing systems. 

• Highly organized, results-oriented with an attention to detail. 

• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced environment. 

As a people first values-based culture, we provide free weekly wellness sessions focused on our employee's physical and mental wellbeing, and flexible work arrangements. We offer a generous employer 401k match and competitive salary packages for financial wellness. Our full array of health, financial and voluntary benefit programs are what you would expect from a recognized Best Place to Work.