Plant Maintenance Technician - Maximize Equipment Uptime

Lakeland Dairies; Cavan; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Dairies is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure safe, efficient operation of production equipment. You will perform preventative, corrective, and breakdown maintenance to maximise equipment availability and performance on site in Ireland.

You will diagnose faults, troubleshoot issues, and record activities using CMMS while adhering to safety, GMP, and environmental standards. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to process improvement are essential.

Qualifications

• A relevant mechanical qualification is required.
• Manufacturing experience is advantageous.
• Strong computer literacy (Excel) required.
• Experience with CMMS is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative, corrective, and breakdown maintenance to maximise equipment availability.
• Diagnose faults and perform troubleshooting to minimise downtime.
• Record maintenance activities accurately using CMMS.
• Adhere to site safety, GMP, environmental and regulatory procedures.

Skills

Communication

Prioritisation

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Education

Relevant mechanical qualification

Tools

CMMS

Excel

Job description

Lakeland Dairies is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure safe, efficient operation of production equipment. You will perform preventative, corrective, and breakdown maintenance to maximise equipment availability and performance on site in Ireland.

You will diagnose faults, troubleshoot issues, and record activities using CMMS while adhering to safety, GMP, and environmental standards. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to process improvement are essential.