Manufacturing Equipment Technician: Drive Zero Downtime

HERO Recruitment Ltd.; Galway; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

HERO Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support a manufacturing line in Galway.

You will own equipment downtime and yield metrics, applying technical expertise to resolve faults and drive improvements across processes and tooling. The role requires a Level 6 degree in Engineering and proven experience with electrical and pneumatic systems, with a strong emphasis on quality, safety and GMP standards.

Qualifications

• Requires a Level 6 degree or above in Engineering or equivalent (Mechanical, Mechatronics or Automation).
• Industrial experience in a similar field with automated equipment maintenance is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex machine faults through experience with electrical and pneumatic systems.
• Excellent time management, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated process and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety and GMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Own the downtime metrics and target zero downtime relating to equipment faults.
• Maintain a continuous improvement mindset and work towards improvements in a structured manner.
• Complete PMs on time and implement improvements when found deficient.
• Identify requirements for jigs/fixtures to improve station efficiency or yield, with data supporting gains.
• Ensure tooling including mandrels/trim fixtures are available and fit for purpose.
• Maintain Kanban and robust spares processes to minimise downtime.
• Support onboarding of new technician hires when required.
• Be fully competent in manufacturing processes and in Accept/Reject samples for all steps.
• Understand the impact of defects on product use and efficacy.
• Review processes for improper application of methods and equipment settings.
• Communicate clearly with Line Lead & Line Support Technician with a data-driven resolution plan.
• Support maintaining accurate documentation for LHR’s, MPI’s, Drawings and PM documentation.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical & pneumatic

Continuous improvement mindset

Time management & organization

Communication & interpersonal skills

Independent or team work

Education

Level 6 degree in Engineering or equivalent (Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automation)

Job description

HERO Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support a manufacturing line in Galway.

You will own equipment downtime and yield metrics, applying technical expertise to resolve faults and drive improvements across processes and tooling. The role requires a Level 6 degree in Engineering and proven experience with electrical and pneumatic systems, with a strong emphasis on quality, safety and GMP standards.