ABP Ireland is part of ABP Food Group which is Europe's leading privately owned agribusiness companies. We are Ireland's largest beef processor, and we also operate substantial renewable, pet food and protein divisions. We employ over 14,000 people at over 40 processing facilities around the world. This is an opportunity to join a market leader in the beef sector who is growing the business beyond market expectations.
The successful candidate will be part of the maintenance team with responsibilities for preventative and breakdown maintenance and the related documentation of the maintenance carried out.
Location: ABP Rathkeale, Limerick
Responsibilities
Work with Site Maintenance Managers, Planners and API Maintenance Lead on execution of the site maintenance program to deliver compliant, reliable and efficient operation of all plant and equipment.
Support the Reliability Engineer in the execution of Reliability Centered Maintenance initiatives.
Develop and lead a Root Cause Failure Analysis Program to reduce general equipment breakdowns and support maintenance personnel to conduct real time Root Cause Analysis.
Work with the Reliability Engineer & Planning to establish and use reliability & work planning metrics/KPI's to monitor improvement and resource optimization e.g. PM/CM ratio, schedule adherence, etc.
To carry out start up checks on machinery throughout the plant on a daily basis.
Ensure that all breakdowns are carried out swiftly and safely at all times.
Ensure that all servicing and maintenance throughout the site is done in an efficient, safe and hygienic manner.
Smooth running of the factory.
Repairs, servicing and good maintenance of machinery.
Work on refrigeration, plumbing and all breakdowns is carried out in a safe and tidy manner.
To implement and follow the preventative maintenance schedule.
To ensure that records are completed.
Other duties as assigned.
Refrigeration Experience An Advantage But Not Essential
To ensure that the staff comply with the Company Health & Safety policy.
The above job description is designed to give an appreciation of the main functions of the job. It is not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive.
Qualifications
Completion of a 4 year approved technical training program in mechanical repair and maintenance and 2 years mechanical experience; Or, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved including third and fourth year apprentices.
Leaving Cert, School Diploma or Equivalent.
Experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to take direction.
Ability to work well in a team.
Ability to challenge others in a professional and constructive manner.
Knowledge and experience in a food manufacturing environment an advantage, but not essential.
Understanding of Environmental requirements and responsibilities.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a challenging career with one of Europe's leading privately owned agri‑business organisations.
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