Maintenance Engineer Supervisor (Mechanical)

Company Description

At TAPI, we’re not just a company—we’re a community committed to advancing health from the core. As the world’s leading supplier of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), we partner with 80% of the top 50 global pharmaceutical companies. With a legacy spanning over 80 years and a portfolio of more than 350 products, as well as custom CDMO services, we’re shaping the future of health worldwide.

Our strength lies in our people—a team of over 4,200 professionals across 13 state-of-the-art facilities in Italy, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Israel, Mexico, and India. Together, we innovate, solve problems, and deliver excellence. Join us and be part of a mission that transforms lives.

Job Description

Purpose of the Job.

To ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of manufacturing and utility equipment by executing preventive and breakdown maintenance activities, minimizing plant downtime, maintaining GMP and safety compliance and supporting continuous improvement of plant assets and maintenance processes. The role is responsible for maintaining equipment integrity, optimizing asset performance and leading maintenance activities to ensure uninterrupted production operations

Key Responsibilities

1. Attend to mechanical breakdowns and rectification through job orders and permits, ensuring minimal plant downtime.
2. Coordinate with other service teams to resolve plant issues and manage work order prioritization.
3. Carry out preventive maintenance and overhauling of cGMP equipment, critical equipment, and subparts according to schedule.
4. Conduct health checks on tanks, vessels, flame arresters, and safety valves; rectify identified problems promptly.
5. Maintain comprehensive documentation, shift logbooks, and history cards in accordance with GMP guidelines.
6. Ensure housekeeping standards across the workshop, plant area, and assigned premises whilst maintaining safety and GMP compliance.
7. Perform mechanical LOTO procedures in accordance with safety guidelines and conduct routine site inspections to identify potential issues.
8. Develop and oversee scheduled preventive maintenance programs to extend asset lifespan and prevent unexpected breakdowns.
9. Mentor, train, and evaluate maintenance shift staff; create daily and weekly schedules based on technician skills and workload demands.
10. Manage emergency repairs efficiently, oversee third-party vendors and external contractors, and enforce health, safety, and environmental regulations.
11. Ensure equipment and facilities operate safely and efficiently whilst minimizing downtime and managing assigned maintenance budgets.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have: 

• Qualification: I.T.I / Diploma (Mechanical)

• Experience: Minimum 10-12 years in plant maintenance

• Mandatory Requirement: Experience in Pharma API Manufacturing Facility

Additional Information

Make Your Mark with TAPI

Your journey with TAPI is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on global health. If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and inspire, we’re excited to welcome you to our team. Together, let’s shape the future of pharmaceuticals. Apply on top of this page and our talent acquisition team will be in touch soon!

Our Commitment

At TAPI, we believe great talent comes from many backgrounds and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone can belong, contribute, and grow. We encourage applications from all individuals who share our curiosity, ambition, and values.

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