MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN III

TE Connectivity Ltd.; Galway; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support engineering and develop new production processes. You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers to drive improvements, troubleshoot methods, and maintain safe, compliant operating procedures.

The role involves assisting in IQ/OQ/PQ activities, designing and documenting equipment changes, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. A Level 6 engineering/chemistry background with relevant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Level 6 Engineering or Chemistry degree or equivalent; 2+ years experience preferred.
• Experience in Automation, CNC programming and Laser processing is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to design, test and document production improvements.

Responsibilities

• Drive process improvements as part of Production Support.
• Develop, troubleshoot, standardise and improve production methods and procedures.
• Provide technical support for cleaning processes and associated effluent treatment; ensure equipment availability and safety.
• Assist in IQ/OQ/PQ of equipment; maintain up-to-date SOPs for the area.

Skills

Process knowledge

Fixture design

Communication skills

Initiative

Medical device knowledge

Education

Level 6 Engineering or Chemistry degree

Tools

Automation

CNC programming

Laser processing

Job description

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

The Manufacturing Technician will report directly to the Manufacturing Supervisor and will be responsible for providing engineering support to Manufacturing, and the development of existing and new process technologies.

Job Requirements

• Work as part of Production Support team to drive process improvements.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineers in developing; troubleshooting, standardising and improving existing production methods and procedures.
• Technical support of a chemical cleaning and associated effluent treatment process, with responsibility for the availability of equipment and Health and Safety in the area.
• Assist in conducting IQ/OQ/PQ process of equipment. Assist in the creation and maintenance of up-to-date area SOPs.
• Design, specify, manufacture, test and document production equipment, changes and improvements.
• Take responsibility for preventative maintenance procedures with an assigned process or area.
• Assist Engineering in investigating and implementing new production methods and root cause analysis.
• Interface with a variety of personnel and with outside vendors when necessary while performing the above.
• Assists in implementing technical improvements under the team's Continuous Improvement program.

Key Requirements

• Working knowledge of Manufacturing processes would be an advantage.
• Candidate must be able to highlight innovative examples of fixture design and manufacture which they have implemented previously.
• Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills.
• Motivated to work on own initiative.
• Knowledge of Medical Device development/manufacture, although not a requirement, may be an advantage.

What Your Background Should Look Like

• Level 6 Engineering or Chemistry degree, senior trade or equivalent qualification, preferably with 2 years’+ experience.
• Experience in Automation, CNC programming and Laser processing would be advantageous.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork