Automation Technician -Waterford

Hartley People Recruitment in partnership with our client are hiring an Automation Technician in Waterford.

We are looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join our client’s team as an Automation Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining automation equipment in line with health & safety, operational, and quality work instructions, procedures, and policies to ensure the production of quality products in a timely, safe, efficient, and compliant manner.

Key Responsibilities:

· Maintain automation equipment ensuring consistent quality and performance.

· Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues using systematic problem-solving techniques.

· Perform preventative and corrective maintenance and complete all associated paperwork.

· Lead and implement process improvements for greater efficiency.

· Assist with the commissioning of new equipment and projects.

· Manage stock levels of spare parts and ensure availability.

· Provide training to other technicians as required.

· Support safety and quality programs and initiatives.

· Ensure compliance with GMP standards in all practices.

· Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.

Skills and Requirements:

· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

· Innovative approach to complex technical challenges.

· Knowledge of change management and cGMP requirements.

· Good communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications:

· Level 6, Level 7, or Level 8 HETAC qualification in Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical/Automation Engineering, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a similar field.

· Industrial experience is also acceptable for qualified trades personnel.

· Experience in high-volume automation/robotics is required.

· Prior experience in a healthcare or medical device manufacturing environment is highly desirable.

· Knowledge of Pneumatics, Electronics, Hydraulics, Programmable Controllers, Servo Motor drives, Vision systems, Ultrasonic welding, and workshop machining is preferred.

· Understanding of Process Capability and Measurement System Analysis (MSA) or Gauge R&R.

· Experience in leading process improvement projects in a medical device environment.

· Experience with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Installation, Operational, and Performance Qualification (IOPQ) of automated assembly lines.

For immediate consideration, please email your CV to gary.prendergast@hartleypeople.com in response to this job posting or call Gary on 051 878813.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: GP230125