Manufacturing Engineering Technician

SANMINA-SCI TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED; Fermoy; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SANMINA-SCI TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED in Fermoy, Ireland, seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to ensure smooth operation of production equipment in a high-volume environment. You will troubleshoot line issues, perform preventive maintenance, and liaise with cross-functional teams to maintain quality and compliance.

The role requires NFQ Level 6 in Technology or related fields, plus experience with automation, PLCs, and regulated manufacturing.

Qualifications

• NFQ Level 6 qualification in technology or related field.
• Experience with high-volume automation/robotics/plc systems.
• Understanding of process capability.
• Familiarity with MSA and GR&R methods.
• Experience with FAT, SAT and IOPQ in regulated environments.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with pneumatics, electrical, hydraulics, vision systems and workshop machining.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production equipment to maximise quality, output and yield in a high-volume environment.
• Troubleshoot production line issues using root cause analysis and quick repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve operational issues.
• Document processes clearly following GDP guidelines.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to drive efficiency.
• Assist with commissioning of new production equipment.
• Maintain spare parts stock.
• Cross-train new Manufacturing Technicians as needed.
• Travel to support equipment assessments or trainings as required.
• Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements and health & safety regulations.

Skills

High Volume Automation

Robotics

PLCs

Process Capability

MSA/GR&R

FAT/SAT/IOPQ

Regulated Manufacturing

Pneumatics

Electrical

Hydraulics

Vision Systems

Workshop Machining

Education

NFQ Level 6 Qualification in Technology, Mechanical / Automation Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or similar

Job description

Requisition ID: 112122-0

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.