Process Technician | Limerick

Cpl Group; Limerick; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cpl Group in Limerick is seeking a Process Technician to join a high-tech manufacturing team. The role focuses on maximizing equipment performance and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced, automated environment.

You'll troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, support maintenance activities, and work with robotics, sensors, and vision systems to ensure reliable, high-quality production. A 28-day shift pattern applies.

Qualifications

• Minimum NFQ Level 6 qualification (120 credits) in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or related technical discipline (essential requirement).
• Proven hands-on experience in a technical environment (maintenance, automation, electrical, mechanical, etc.).
• Exposure to automated or high-volume manufacturing equipment (robotics, PLCs, sensors, pneumatics, vision systems).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability.
• Min of 2 years' experience in a hands-on mechanical/technical environment.
• Able to work in a 28-day shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize performance on high-volume automated manufacturing lines.
• Monitor line performance data to identify and resolve downtime, cycle time, and yield issues.
• Perform hands-on mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic troubleshooting.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime.
• Make real-time adjustments to improve efficiency, output, and reliability.
• Repair, replace & fine-tune key components including robots, sensors, and vision systems.
• Support equipment setup, calibration, and technical changeovers.
• Partner with Engineering to diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues.
• Proactively identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and high performance.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical experience

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

NFQ Level 6 in Mechanical/Electrical/Automation

Tools

Robotics

PLC systems

Sensors

Vision systems

Pneumatics

Job description

Hiring: Process Technician | Limerick

Location: Limerick (28-day shift pattern)

Salary: €35,000 base + 33% shift allowance

No previous medical or GMP experience required

Calling all technicians, electricians, engineers, and skilled tradespeople — if you've got hands-on mechanical or electrical experience, this is your chance to bring those skills into a cutting-edge, high-tech manufacturing environment with real career progression and excellent earning potential.

We are currently hiring for a Process Technician position in Limerick. This is a great opportunity for candidates looking to develop their experience in a technical and manufacturing environment.

Join a high-performing operations team at the forefront of automated medical device manufacturing. As a Process Technician, you'll play a critical role in maximizing equipment performance, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring reliable, high-quality production in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

We're looking for hands-on, solutions-focused technicians who thrive on problem-solving and want to develop their expertise in advanced manufacturing systems.

As a Process Technician, you will:

• Maintain and optimize performance on high-volume automated manufacturing lines
• Monitor line performance data to identify & resolve downtime, cycle time, and yield issues
• Perform hands-on mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic troubleshooting
• Support planned and reactive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime
• Make real-time adjustments to improve efficiency, output, and reliability
• Repair, replace & fine-tune key components including robots, sensors, and vision systems
• Support equipment setup, calibration, and technical changeovers
• Partner with Engineering to diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues
• Proactively identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and high performance

Qualification/Requirement:

• Minimum NFQ Level 6 qualification (120 credits) in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or related technical discipline (essential requirement)
• Proven hands-on experience in a technical environment (e.g. maintenance, automation, electrical, mechanical, fitting, motor mechanics, etc.)
• Exposure to automated or high-volume manufacturing equipment (robotics, PLCs, sensors, pneumatics, vision systems)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability
• Min of 2 years' experience working in a hands-on mechanical/technical environment
• Interest, energy, and motivation to work in a fast-moving manufacturing environment
• Experience of working within a team
• Able to work in a 28-day shift pattern