Maintenance Technician

Biopharma Careers; Limerick; On-site; EUR 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Benefits package

Career development

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Limerick, Ireland, is hiring a Maintenance Technician for 4-cycle shift operations. The role focuses on preventive and corrective maintenance of manufacturing equipment in a GMP environment.

You will troubleshoot faults, support setup and changeovers, document findings, and collaborate with Operations, Engineering and Quality to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 6 qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline.
• Proven hands-on maintenance experience in manufacturing or production.
• Experience with automated/high-volume equipment (robotics, PLCs, sensors, pneumatics, vision).
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, GMP knowledge, and shift-work ability.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and support systems.
• Troubleshoot faults to minimize downtime and ensure quality.
• Support equipment setup, changeovers, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Document routine maintenance findings in line with GMP requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, Quality).
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma).

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Level 6 qualification (Mechanical/Electrical/Automation/Mechatronics)

Tools

Robotics

PLCs

Sensors

Vision systems

Job description

About Company

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com .

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function

Production Equipment Repair & Maintenance

Job Category

Non-Standard

All Job Posting Locations

Limerick, Ireland

Job Description

About Vision

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of vision treatments? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how vision is improved? Our Vision team solves the toughest health challenges. Help combine cutting-edge insights, science, technology, and people to encourage eye care professionals and patients to proactively protect, correct and enhance healthy sight for life. Our products and services address these needs – from the pediatric to aging eye – in a patient’s lifetime.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

We are searching for the best talents for the 4-cycle shift Maintenance Technician roles to join our team in Limerick, Ireland.

The Maintenance Technician supports manufacturing operations by ensuring equipment, machinery, and systems operate efficiently, safely, and in compliance with quality standards. This role plays a key part in maximizing equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, troubleshooting technical issues, and driving continuous improvement within a regulated manufacturing environment.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and support systems
• Troubleshoot equipment faults and technical issues to minimize production downtime
• Support equipment setup, changeovers, repairs, and maintenance activities
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and document findings in line with GMP requirements
• Escalate technical, safety, and quality issues in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Adhere to all safety, quality, and compliance procedures (e.g. GMP, SOPs)
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma)
• Support equipment qualification, validation activities, and audits as required
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance
• Assist in identifying root causes of equipment failures and implementing corrective actions

Qualification/Requirement:

• Minimum Level 6 qualification (120 credits) in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline (essential requirement)
• Proven hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience working with automated or high-volume manufacturing equipment (robotics, PLCs, sensors, pneumatics, vision systems)
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of GMP and regulated manufacturing environments
• Ability to work shifts and in a fast-paced production setting
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

• Work with advanced automation and cutting-edge manufacturing technology
• Comprehensive training and ongoing career development opportunities
• Competitive salary, shift allowance, and benefits package
• Clear progression pathways into Engineering, Reliability, Automation, or Leadership roles
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a world-class healthcare manufacturing environment

At Johnson & Johnson, We want every candidate to feel informed, respected, and supported throughout the hiring process.

The anticipated pay range and benefits for this position is:

35,000 + 33% shift allowance