Automation Shift Technician
Location: Leixlip, Co. Kildare
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Continental Shift pattern (including weekends)
Salary: €40,000 – €50,000 (DOE)
We are hiring on behalf of one of our well-known clients within the healthcare manufacturing industry. This organisation is known for its commitment to precision, innovation and operational excellence. This is a hands-on technical role suited to an experienced Automation, Moulding Technician or similar, with a strong mechanical or trade background. You will play a key part in maintaining and optimising automated production systems in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment.
Benefits:
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Competitive salary: €40,000 – €50,000 (DOE)
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Private pension contribution
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Continental shift pattern
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Free on-site parking
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On-site subsidised canteen
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On-site subsidised gym
Key Responsibilities:
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Work closely with Shift Supervisors to start up and shut down machines, ensuring smooth production flow
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Troubleshoot and resolve issues across automated systems and production equipment to maximise uptime
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Carry out routine servicing and maintenance of machinery
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Support on-going production by executing automation-related technical tasks on shift
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Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and new product introduction projects
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Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and compliance across all work areas
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Ensure adherence to Quality and GMP standards, including relevant ISO requirements (e.g. ISO 13485)
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Support installation, fault-finding and repair of industrial control systems (e.g. PLCs and automated production lines)
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Conduct routine inspections to identify defects or malfunctions in equipment
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Analyse work orders, determine required actions and complete tasks efficiently
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Prepare maintenance reports and update records on equipment and project status
Requirements:
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Qualified or highly experienced Automation Technician, Moulding Technician, or similar hands-on technical role
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in technical injection moulding
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Strong mechanical aptitude with practical troubleshooting and fault-finding skills
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Experience working in regulated or controlled environments (medical device experience an advantage)
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Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001
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Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and automated systems
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Hands-on, practical problem solver with a strong technical mindset
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Quality-focused with high attention to detail and professionalism
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Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced production environment
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with supervisors and cross-functional teams
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Team-oriented
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Nicole Sinnott or email your cv to Nicole to nicole.sinnott@osborne.ie
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided.
Please submit your updated CV in Word Format
If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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