Maintenance technician at RPG Recruitment

Position Maintenance technician
Posted 18 Apr 2026
Expired 18 May 2026
Company RPG Recruitment
Location Waterford | IE
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Maintenance Technician - Automation Technician required by leading medical devices company based in Waterford City. The overall Purpose of this role is to maintain automation equipment in line with health & safety, operational and quality work instructions, procedures and policies to ensure the production of quality product in a timely, safe, efficient and compliant manner. This is a fixed shift position working permanent Nights 7pm - 7am, Wed, Thurs, Fri and every second Sat Night. Key Responsibilities and End Results: (Essential responsibilities include but are not limited to the following): To maintain automation equipment in excellent condition ensuring consistent quality, output and yield. Follow systematic root cause problem solving and troubleshooting to resolve issues. Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance, completing all associated paperwork and records. Lead and implement process improvements to achieve more efficient operations, while adhering to change management and c GMP requirements. Assist with the commissioning of new equipment / projects. Order and maintain appropriate stock of spare parts. Cross Train technicians as required. Flexible to travel to support new equipment buy-offs / training. Support all company safety and quality programs and initiatives. Ensure ongoing compliance with GMP in all practices, recording of events and processes. Ensure compliance with all learnings from all GMP training events. Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position. The ideal candidate will have The successful candidate will have Level 6, Level 7 or Level 8 HETAC qualification in Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical / Automation Engineering, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or similar. Qualified trades personnel with industrial experience will also be considered. Experience in high volume automation / robotics required. Experience in a Healthcare medical device manufacturing environment highly desirable. Experience in Pneumatics, Electronics, Hydraulics, Programmable Controllers, Servo Motor drives, Vision systems, Ultrasonic welding, workshop machining desirable. Understanding of Process Capability Understanding of MSA or GR&R Experience in leading process improvement projects in medical device environment Experience in FAT, SAT, IOPQ of automated assembly lines. Along with Skills/Attributes: Systematic & structured troubleshooting / problem solving skills. Ability to provide innovative solutions to complex technical problems. Adherence to change management procedures and c GMP requirements. Good written and oral communication skills. Ability to work well in a team environment. High level of safe working practices and awareness. Computer literate with MS Office skills. Skills: Mechanical Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Plant Maintenance Maintenance work Fault Finding Pneumatic System Benefits: Pension Fund Healthcare

Job Info:

  • Company: RPG Recruitment
  • Position: Maintenance technician
  • Work Location: Waterford
  • Country: IE

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