About this role
- Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.
- We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.
- Position: Autonomous Maintenance Team Leader (Production)
- Number of Vacancy: 1 Headcount
- Section: Production Team
- Reporting Manager: Production Manager
- Location: Nikom Amata City Rayong
- Job Scope: Responsible for supporting manufacturing operations by driving the implementation of Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and serving as a key liaison between Production and Engineering. The role ensures equipment reliability, process efficiency, and compliance with cGMP, ISO 13485, and EHS requirements while promoting sustainability initiatives, product quality, and operational excellence.
- Job Descriptions:
- Lead and support Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities to enhance equipment reliability and strengthen operator ownership.
- Serve as a key liaison between Production and Engineering functions to ensure effective communication, collaboration, and timely issue resolution.
- Monitor equipment performance metrics, including downtime and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with cGMP, ISO 13485, and EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) requirements and standards.
- Promote and implement safe work practices, risk assessments, and hazard identification activities to maintain a safe working environment.
- Support sustainability initiatives through energy conservation, waste reduction, and efficient resource utilization.
- Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, conduct root cause analyses, and implement effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
- Participate in deviation investigations, change control activities, and continuous improvement programs such as TLA and Kaizen.
- Develop, review, and maintain SOPs, Autonomous Maintenance standards, and technical documentation.
- Support equipment qualification activities, maintenance strategy development, and operator training programs.
- Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 3 experience in a manufacturing, pharmaceutical, medical device, FMCG, or another regulated industrial environment.
- Hands-on experience in Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), equipment reliability, maintenance engineering, or continuous improvement initiatives is preferred.
- Experience working in cGMP, ISO 13485, and EHS-regulated environments is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles and methodologies.
- Sound knowledge of equipment maintenance, reliability improvement, and manufacturing processes.
- Good understanding of ISO 13485, cGMP, and applicable regulatory requirements within the medical device and pharmaceutical industries.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in tools such as 5 Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagram, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Production, Engineering, Quality, and other cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote a sustainability-focused mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and relevant engineering or maintenance management tools.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to develop and deliver technical training, coaching, and knowledge transfer to operators and technicians.
- Benefit & Welfare:
- Base Salary + Fixed Bonus
- Housing Allowance
- Transportation Allowance or Shuttle Van Provided
- Diligent Allowance
- Overtime
- Etc.
- Reasonable Accommodation
- Vantive is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Form Link
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