Maintenance Technician

Sterling Engineering Ltd - Ireland & Europe; Sligo; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Engineering Ltd - Ireland & Europe is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for a permanent role within a fast-paced, automated manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will maintain and improve automated production equipment to maximise availability and drive continuous improvement.

You will work with PLCs, diagnose faults, calibrate equipment and collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to minimise downtime while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or qualification in Industrial Automation, Mechanical or Electronic Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience with automated equipment and pick-and-place systems.
• Proficient with PLCs and motor controllers.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Build upon and continuously improve existing process and equipment design to optimise production processes.
• Drive yield improvement through planned preventative maintenance and rapid response to equipment breakdowns.
• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on automated production equipment.
• Provide technical input into equipment installation, commissioning and maintenance activities.
• Carry out calibration of production and process equipment.
• Use PLC programmes and diagnostic tools to identify, troubleshoot and resolve faults.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and automated equipment issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability, efficiency and production output.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering and Production teams to minimise downtime and maintain production performance.
• Ensure maintenance activities follow site health & safety procedures and company standards.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety throughout maintenance activities.

Skills

PLC programming

Fault finding

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Shift work

Education

Diploma in Industrial Automation or related field

Tools

PLC systems

Diagnostic tools

Automation equipment

Pick-and-place systems

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Technician on behalf of our client, a leading manufacturing organisation.

This is a permanent opportunity within a fast-paced, automated production environment. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Maintenance Technician will play a key role in maintaining and improving automated production equipment, maximising equipment availability and supporting continuous improvement across the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build upon and continuously improve existing process and equipment design to optimise production processes.
• Drive yield improvement through effective planned preventative maintenance and rapid response to equipment breakdowns.
• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on automated production equipment.
• Provide technical input into equipment installation, commissioning and maintenance activities.
• Carry out calibration of production and process equipment.
• Use PLC programmes and diagnostic tools to identify, troubleshoot and resolve technical faults.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and automated equipment issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability, efficiency and production output.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering and Production teams to minimise downtime and maintain production performance.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with site health & safety procedures and company standards.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety throughout all maintenance activities.

Requirements:

• Diploma/qualification in Industrial Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or a relevant trade qualification is advantageous.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with special-purpose automated equipment and pick-and-place systems.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, pneumatic systems, actuators, AC motors and motor controllers.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability across automated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability and willingness to work a 12-hour shift pattern.