Manufacturing Reliability Technician

Biopharma Careers; Limerick; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Limerick, Ireland, is seeking a Manufacturing Reliability Technician to provide frontline support, resolve equipment issues, improve reliability, and drive IPC projects across manufacturing technologies.

Responsibilities include designing and improving lens production processes, creating troubleshooting guides and training materials, collaborating with engineering, and delivering data-driven solutions while ensuring EHS compliance; salary 55,000–60,000 EUR annually.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Process Technician or in a related manufacturing role.
• Familiarity with equipment validation in an FDA-regulated environment.
• SME knowledge across two to three core technologies.
• Experience supporting technologies such as 2GT, 3GT or 4GT within the Value Stream.
• Data-driven problem-solving to improve productivity and yield.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong project management, communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support design, installation, optimization and continuous improvement of lens production processes and equipment.
• Create and publish troubleshooting guides, work instructions and training materials.
• Apply structured problem-solving to deliver innovative equipment solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams on troubleshooting methods.
• Lead cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives through IPC programs.
• Manage assigned projects and report progress, risks and outcomes.
• Support daily manufacturing operations and business objectives.
• Ensure activities comply with Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements.

Skills

Process technician experience

SME knowledge in core technologies

Experience supporting 2GT/3GT/4GT

Data-driven problem-solving

Project management & communication

Attention to detail

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's/Level 7-8 eng qualification

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com .

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Supply Chain Manufacturing

Job Sub Function:

Production Equipment Repair & Maintenance

Job Category:

Non-Standard

All Job Posting Locations:

Limerick, Ireland

Job Description:

About Vision

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of vision treatments? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how vision is improved? Our Vision team solves the toughest health challenges. Help combine cutting-edge insights, science, technology, and people to encourage eye care professionals and patients to proactively protect, correct and enhance healthy sight for life. Our products and services address these needs - from the pediatric to aging eye - in a patient's lifetime.

We are searching for the best talent for the Manufacturing Reliability Technician role to be in Limerick, Ireland.

Purpose:

The Manufacturing Reliability Technician provides frontline support in resolving systemic manufacturing equipment issues, improving equipment reliability, and eliminating factors that negatively impact yield, cycle time, and uptime. The role also supports the implementation of Intrinsic Process Capability (IPC) projects across current manufacturing technologies.

As a Manufacturing Reliability Technician, you will:

• Support the design, installation, optimization, and continuous improvement of lens production processes and equipment.
• Create, update, and publish trouble shooting guides, work instructions, and training materials for equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Apply a structured and analytical approach to problem-solving, delivering innovative and sustainable equipment solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering and cross functional teams to develop and implement effective trouble shooting methods.
• Identify and lead cost reduction, quality improvement, and technical enhancement initiatives through the department’s IPC program.
• Manage assigned projects and provide accurate, timely reporting on progress, risks, and outcomes.
• Work closely with cross functional teams to support daily manufacturing operations and business objectives.
• Promote and maintain a culture aligned with Credo values and Behavioural Standards.
• Support the execution of engineering and plant strategic initiatives.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements.

Qualification/Requirements:

• Level 7 or Level 8 qualification in a relevant engineering subject area or currently working towards such a qualification.
• Experience in a Process Technician or related manufacturing role.
• Familiarity with equipment validation within an FDA-regulated environment.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge in two to three core technologies.
• Experience supporting technologies such as 2GT, 3GT, or 4GT within the relevant Value Stream.
• Demonstrated ability to apply scientific and data-driven problem-solving techniques to improve productivity and yield.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Note:

Responsibilities and accountabilities may vary depending on business needs. The scope of the role is not limited to the contents of this job description. QUMAS procedures and company policies define responsibilities from time to time and take precedence where applicable. Compliance with all company procedures and quality system requirements is an essential responsibility of this role.

At Johnson & Johnson, we want every candidate to feel supported throughout the hiring process. Our goal is to make the experience clear, fair, and respectful of your time.

The anticipated pay range and benefits for this position is: 55,000 - 60,000