Our client is a major multinational manufacturing company with multiple facilities in Ireland. We are currently recruiting an Automation Technician for their manufacturing plant in the South East. 

Job Profile

• To maintain automation equipment in excellent condition ensuring consistent quality, output and yield.
• Follow systematic root cause problem solving and troubleshooting to resolve issues. Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance, completing all associated paperwork and records.
• Lead and implement process improvements to achieve more efficient operations, while adhering to change management and cGMP requirements. Assist with the commissioning of new equipment / projects.
• Order and maintain appropriate stock of spare parts.
• Cross Train technicians as required.
• Flexible to travel to support new equipment buy-offs / training.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as need, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position.

Candidate Profile

• Diploma/Degree in Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical / Automation Engineering, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or similar with 3 years’ experience or fully qualified trades with several years’ relevant industrial experience will also be considered.
• Experience in high volume automation / robotics required.
• Experience in a Healthcare medical device manufacturing environment highly desirable.
• Experience in Pneumatics, Electronics, Hydraulics, Programmable Controllers, Servo Motor drives, Vision systems, Ultrasonic welding, workshop machining desirable.
• Understanding of Process Capability.
• Understanding of MSA or GR&R.
• Experience in leading process improvement projects in medical device environment.
• Experience in FAT, SAT, IOPQ of automated assembly lines.
• Systematic & structured troubleshooting / problem solving skills.
• Ability to provide innovative solutions to complex technical problems.
• Adherence to change management procedures and cGMP requirements.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• High level of safe working practices and awareness.
• Computer literate with MS Office skills.

€ Competitive salary plus shift allowance. 

CANDIDATES SHOULD BE BASED IN IRELEND WITH FULL WORKING STATUS AND FLUENT ENGLISH.