Manufacturing Technician

Matrix Recruitment Group; Waterford; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Recruitment Group is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for an advanced manufacturing client in Waterford. The role focuses on supporting and improving manufacturing and validation processes and on developing, optimising, and maintaining manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, product quality and operational performance within a regulated environment.

The ideal candidate holds a 3rd level qualification in Engineering or Technical Science or a trade (mechanical/electrical) with

Qualifications

• 3rd level qualification in Engineering or Technical Science or Trade (mechanical or electrical).
• Hands-on manufacturing engineering experience in a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO, FDA, GMP and quality systems.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, validation and continuous improvement processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and lead problem solving.
• Excellent communication, leadership and cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve manufacturing and validation processes.
• Develop, optimise and maintain manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and quality.
• Ensure operations comply with regulatory requirements in a controlled environment.
• Lead problem solving and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Education

3rd level qualification in Engineering / Technical Science or Trade (mech/elec)

Tools

PLC Programming

Job description

Our client is an advanced manufacturing company in Waterford specializing in surface engineering and operates in the medical device manufacturing sector.

We are currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Technician to join their engineering team.

YOUR NEW JOB

This role will play a key role in supporting and improving manufacturing and validation processes andis responsible for developing, optimising, and maintaining manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, product quality, and operational performance within a regulated manufacturing environment.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

• 3rd level qualificationin Engineering /Technical Science or Trade (mech/elec)
• Previous hands on manufacturing engineering experience, ideally within a medical device or regulated environment
• Strong understanding of ISO, FDA, GMP, and quality management systems
• Experience supporting manufacturing, validation, and continuous improvement processes
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and lead problem-solving activities
• Strong communication, leadership, and cross-functional teamwork skills
• Process Validation and PLC Programming experience advantageous

Full job spec available. Candidates must be resident in Ireland