2nd Shift Mechanical Team Lead - CI & Safety

ABEC Inc; Fermoy; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ABEC Inc is seeking a Manufacturing Team Lead for 2nd shift to guide a dedicated team in a bioprocess manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes safety, productivity, and adherence to quality standards while coordinating with the Manufacturing Manager on shift objectives.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in mechanical assembly and welding, plus strong leadership capabilities to drive performance, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent.
• Experience in Mechanical Assembly and Welding.
• Typically works in a manufacturing environment or customer site.
• Able to stand for long periods and perform heavy manual tasks.
• Willingness to wear personal protective equipment.
• Awareness of CI (Continuous Improvement) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with Manufacturing Manager at shift start to set expectations and reports at shift end.
• Manages team performance and addresses issues through disciplinary/grievance procedures.
• Provides performance review input and participates in hiring and training.
• Plans shift activity and assigns mechanical team tasks.
• Oversees safety, quality, and productivity for the shift.
• Provides real-time guidance to address issues affecting work completion.
• Reports needs and scheduling issues to ensure optimal manpower usage.
• Maintains communication among team members to align goals.
• Interacts with project managers, engineers, designers, and other leads as needed.
• Participates in team meetings and trainings; supports CI initiatives.
• Reviews and approves paid time off; maintains security at end of shift.
• Executes other tasks as assigned and may travel when required.
• Reviews and approves weekly attendance for payroll.

Skills

Team leadership

Mechanical assembly

Welding

Safety compliance

Shift leadership

Education

Leaving Certificate or equivalent

Job description

ABEC Inc is seeking a Manufacturing Team Lead for 2nd shift to guide a dedicated team in a bioprocess manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes safety, productivity, and adherence to quality standards while coordinating with the Manufacturing Manager on shift objectives.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in mechanical assembly and welding, plus strong leadership capabilities to drive performance, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.