Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Sanmina; Fermoy; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Fermoy in Ireland seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to support high-volume production environments (SMT/Packaging). The role focuses on sustaining production equipment, driving process reliability, and ensuring compliance with cGMP and GDP guidelines within an ISO13485:2016 certified facility.

You will perform preventive maintenance, apply root cause analysis, collaborate with cross-functional teams, assist with equipment commissioning, and ensure documentation and safety

Qualifications

• NFQ Level 6 Qualification in Technology, Mechanical / Automation Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or similar.
• Experience in High Volume Automation/Robotics/PLCs.
• Understanding of Process Capability.
• Understanding of MSA (Measurement System Analysis) & GR&R (Gauge Repeat & Reduction).
• Experience in FAT (Factory Acceptance Test), SAT (Site Acceptance Test), IOPQ (Installation, Operation, Performance Qualification).
• Experience in a Regulated Manufacturing Environment.
• Experience in Pneumatics, Electrical, Hydraulics, Vision Systems, and Workshop Machining.
• Experience in High Volume Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• The Manufacturing Engineering Technician ensures the smooth running of Production Equipment in a High Volume Production Environment (SMT/Packaging).
• Apply Root Cause and Problem Solving to troubleshoot Production Line Issues and optimise or repair Production Equipment quickly and efficiently.
• Execute Preventative Maintenance activities.
• Liaise with Cross-Functional Teams to communicate and manage operational issues.
• Complete all Documentation clearly and concisely in accordance with GDP Guidelines.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement Projects to drive Process Improvements and Efficiency in pursuit of Operation Excellence.
• Assist with the commissioning of new Production Equipment.
• Maintain appropriate stock of spare parts.
• Cross-Train new Manufacturing Technicians as required.
• Flexibility to travel to support new Production Equipment Assessments/Site Visits/Training.
• Assure ongoing compliance with quality and industry regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Legislation and Regulations.

Skills

Robotics/PLCs

Process capability

MSA & GR&R

Regulated environment

Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Vision systems

Workshop machining

Shift patterns

Education

NFQ Level 6 Tech/Mech/Automation

Tools

FAT

SAT

IOPQ

cGMP

GDP

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineering Technician

DEPARTMENT: Engineering

REPORTING TO: Lead Manufacturing Technician – Eng

About Sanmina Fermoy

Our Fermoy, Ireland, facility is FDA registered and certified to ISO ISO13485:2016 for the manufacture of high-quality PCBAs, subassemblies and complete devices up to and including Class III medical devices.

Sanmina Fermoy’s core specialization is manufacturing automation. We provide services for the entire product lifecycle from New Product Introduction (NPI), prototyping and process validation to complex volume manufacturing & test, shipping and repair. We create a state-of-the-art environment for manufacturing medical and other high-quality devices. The facility has a track record of 30 years of outstanding operational performance and customer service, backed by a highly experienced workforce.

We hire people with a range of skills, experience, and backgrounds to fulfill roles in careers such as engineering, quality and manufacturing to name just a few.

Objectives Of Position

• The Manufacturing Engineering Technician ensures the smooth running of all Production Equipment in a High Volume Production Environment (SMT/Clean Room or Packaging).

Responsibilities

• To maintain Production Equipment to maximise Quality, Output and Yield, in a High Volume Manufacturing Environment, while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) Guidelines.
• Apply Root Cause and Problem Solving to troubleshoot Production Line Issues and optimise or repair Production Equipment quickly and efficiently.
• Execute Preventative Maintenance activities.
• Liaise with Cross-Functional Teams to communicate and manage operational issues.
• Complete all Documentation clearly and concisely in accordance with GDP (Good Documentation Practice) Guidelines.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement Projects to drive Process Improvements and Efficiency in pursuit of Operation Excellence.
• Assist with the commissioning of new Production Equipment.
• Maintain appropriate stock of spare parts.
• Cross-Train new Manufacturing Technicians as required.
• Flexibility to travel to support new Production Equipment Assessments/Site Visits/Training.
• Assure ongoing compliance with quality and industry regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Legislation and Regulations.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications And Experience

• NFQ Level 6 Qualification in Technology, Mechanical / Automation Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or similar (Qualified Trades Personnel with Industrial Experience will also be considered.)
• Experience in High Volume Automation/Robotics/PLCs.
• Understanding of Process Capability.
• Understanding of MSA (Measurement System Analysis) & GR&R (Gauge Repeat & Reduction).
• Experience in FAT (Factory Acceptance Test), SAT (Site Acceptance Test), IOPQ (Installation, Operation, Performance Qualification).
• Experience in a Regulated Manufacturing Environment.
• Experience in Pneumatics, Electrical, Hydraulics, Vision Systems, and Workshop Machining.
• Experience in High Volume Manufacturing.

Core Competencies

• A Technical skillset of a Mechanical nature.
• A “Compliance Mindset” and a high level of attention to detail in following Procedure and completing Documentation.
• Good communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Availability to work Shift Patterns.