Maintenance Automation and Mechanical Fitter.

Elk Recruitment; Kildare; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Recruitment seeks a skilled Maintenance Automation and Mechanical Fitter for a permanent role in Kildare, Ireland. You will maintain and upgrade automated machinery and mechanical systems in a fast-paced food production environment, ensuring minimal downtime and compliance with health and safety standards.

The role requires experience with automation equipment, PLCs, pneumatics, hydraulics, and reading technical drawings.

Qualifications

• Proven experience maintaining automated production equipment.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, pneumatics, hydraulics.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Experience in food industry maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on automated production machinery.
• Diagnose and repair faults to minimise downtime.
• Install, adjust and calibrate automation components as required.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimise performance.
• Ensure maintenance complies with food safety standards.
• Maintain maintenance logs and records for compliance.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Automation machinery

PLC systems

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Technical drawings

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Technical qualifications in mechanical engineering or automation

Job description

Maintenance Automation and Mechanical Fitter. (BH-6328-1)

Location Kildare, Ireland Sector FMCG Salary Negotiable

Role: Maintenance Automation and Mechanical Fitter.

Location: South Kildare

Job Type: Permanent - Full time

Salary: Excellent Salary + package

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Automation and Mechanical Fitter to join our clients dynamic team within the food industry. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation and continuous improvement of their production facilities by maintaining, repairing, and upgrading automated machinery and mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with automation equipment, mechanical fittings, and possess a thorough understanding of maintenance procedures specific to the food manufacturing environment. Working closely with production and engineering teams, you will play a crucial role in minimizing downtime, enhancing machine efficiency, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment where technical expertise and attention to detail are highly valued. If you are proactive, detail-oriented, and possess strong problem-solving skills within an automated food production context, this role is an excellent fit. Join us and contribute to maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence and food safety through your technical proficiency and dedication to quality maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on automated production machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair faults in mechanical and automation systems to minimize downtime.
• Install, adjust, and calibrate automation components and mechanical fittings as required.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize equipment performance and reliability.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with food industry safety and hygiene standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation for compliance and tracking purposes.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline maintenance processes and enhance machine capabilities.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Automation and Mechanical Fitter, preferably within the food industry.
• Strong knowledge of automated machinery, PLC systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical components.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and maintenance manuals.
• Familiarity with food safety standards and the ability to maintain hygiene within maintenance tasks.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to quickly address mechanical and automation issues.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Relevant technical qualifications or certifications in mechanical engineering, automation, or related fields.