Maintenance Technician - Food Manufacture

Elk Recruitment; Kildare; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Recruitment is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a South Kildare-based food manufacturing company. The role is permanent and full-time, focused on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment to ensure consistent quality and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, read schematics and blueprints, and work well within a team while following health, safety, and sanitation protocols in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a maintenance technician, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Commitment to following health, safety, and sanitation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment to avoid production delays.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues promptly.
• Assist in installation, testing, and commissioning of new production equipment.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify maintenance needs and optimize equipment performance.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and food manufacturing regulations during all maintenance tasks.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Reading schematics/blueprints

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Role: Maintenance Technician (Food Manufacturing)

Location: South Kildare

Job Type: Permanent - Full time

Salary: Excellent Salary + package

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for keeping things running smoothly? We are looking for a friendly and dedicated Maintenance Technician to join our clients food manufacturing team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing our production equipment to ensure consistent quality and efficiency. You’ll work closely with a supportive team in a lively, fast-paced environment where your skills directly contribute to the production of safe, high-quality food products enjoyed by many. Whether it’s performing routine inspections, responding to unexpected breakdowns, or improving existing processes, your expertise will help minimize downtime and maximize output. If you enjoy working with your hands, have a knack for diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and take pride in a job well done, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment to avoid production delays.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues promptly.
• Assist in installation, testing, and commissioning of new production equipment.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify maintenance needs and optimize equipment performance.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and food manufacturing regulations during all maintenance tasks.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a maintenance technician, preferably in food manufacturing or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Good communication skills and a friendly attitude to work well within a team.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including shifts and weekends as needed.
• Commitment to following health, safety, and sanitation protocols in a food production environment