Dexcom are Hiring Technicians for Front End Night Shift

Dexcom Inc.; Athenry; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexcom Inc. in Athenry is welcoming applications for Technician 1-3 roles for Front End Night Shift. You will support equipment engineers with the installation, validation, and improvement of automated manufacturing equipment.

The successful candidate will possess a Level 6/7 qualification, with 0-6 years of related experience, and must demonstrate excellent communication skills and strong technical knowledge in electro-mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years experience for Technician 1, 2-4 years for Technician 2, and 4-6 years for Technician 3.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Proven hands-on ability in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and troubleshooting functions on equipment.
• Test performance of electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Analyze and record test results.

Skills

Knowledge of high reliability, high volume manufacturing equipment and processes

Technical writing skills for manufacturing documentation

Ability to read and interpret technical documents

Experience with PLCs and automated production equipment

Excellent communication skills

Education

Level 6/7 qualification

Tools

Testing equipment

Robotic equipment

Vision systems

Job description

Dexcom Athenry are now welcoming applications across Technician 1-3 levels for our Front End Night Shift.

Front End Night Shift Pattern

12‑hour night shifts every Monday to Wednesday and alternate Thursdays, following a repeating 4‑on/3‑off – 3‑on/4‑off schedule.

Meet the Team

Under the direction of the Process Engineering Manager, the Engineering Technicians will provide technical support to equipment engineers for the improvement, installation, validation and transfer of replicate custom automated equipment used in the scale‑up of manufacturing for existing or new Dexcom products. These duties include supporting cross‑functional equipment deployment teams while working with outside suppliers to meet equipment specifications and timelines.

Where you come in

• You will work with schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble‑shooting functions.
• You will test performance of electro‑mechanical assemblies, using test equipment.
• You will have experience with pneumatics, electromechanical systems, PLCs, robotic systems in a high volume manufacturing environment.
• You will operate, test, or maintain robotic equipment and vision systems.
• You will analyse and record test results, and prepare written documentation.
• You will perform operational test and fault isolation on automated systems and equipment.
• You will carry out activities in equipment development under supervision of the project engineer. These activities include the assembly and testing of equipment, fixtures, processes and/or electronics, completing engineering studies and validations.
• You will follow Dexcom’s Safety and Lock Out/Tag out (LOTO) program.
• You will assume and perform other duties as assigned.
• You will perform all assigned tasks with appropriate safety requirements.
• You will update equipment related documentation (manuals, drawings, and specifications) as needed.

What makes you successful

• Typically requires a Level 6/7 qualification and a minimum of 0‑2 years related experience (Technician1), 2‑4 years of related experience (Technician2), and 4‑6 years of related experience (Technician3).
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical documents related to equipment specifications.
• Ability to write routine reports, pass downs and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors, engineers and managers.
• Knowledge and experience with PLC and Automated production/process equipment, Pneumatics, Electro/Mechanical systems and Packaging equipment highly desirable.
• Experience with process improvement projects i.e. improving yields, reducing downtime.
• Proven ability to work hands‑on in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and personal interaction skills.
• Knowledge of high reliability, high volume manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Technical writing skills as applied to manufacturing documentation and process development – Experienced in the creation and revision of technical documentation.