INTRODUCTION
Irish Pressings is a market leader in the design & manufacturing of tooling, metal stampings, weld assemblies, projection welding, precision machining and prototyping services. A large variety of production process equipment is used in the afore mentioned services. Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and maintain a positive attitude while working in a high-pressure environment are essential attributes.
Our growth & expansion plans have created a new position to cover shift within our maintenance department. Reporting to the Maintenance Lead, the primary role of the Maintenance Technician will be to ensure the plants production equipment in both operations & toolroom is in good working order and properly maintained. The Maintenance Technician is a key part of the production team and is expected to work with the team to achieve production goals.
The Maintenance Technician is also expected to support activities in the Building Services (Facilities/Utilities) areas also, as and when required. The position requires a commitment to Quality, Effectiveness ("doing the right things") and Efficiency ("doing things right").
Several key areas of responsibility are outlined below under appropriate headings. On a routine daily basis, other specific duties will be assigned.
KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintenance:
* Maintenance of production process equipment, to include preventative / predictive maintenance, breakdown repairs, and ongoing day-to-day troubleshooting and technical interventions.
* Continuous improvement of production process equipment, by identifying and implementing improvement projects that will enhance the operating effectiveness of equipment.
* An ancillary part of the role includes facilities maintenance of buildings & utilities systems as required.
* Fostering a culture of safety across all areas and activities.
* Delivering a preventative maintenance program that ensures the plant operates at optimum efficiency levels.
* Co-ordination of, and liaison with, external specialist contractors engaged in relevant works on site.
* Responsibility for one or more specific areas as and when assigned, e.g. specific business units, production presses etc.
* Compliance with IP GMP work procedures, including generation and completion of all documentation as required.
* Timely logging of maintenance interventions.
* Completion of all training as assigned.
Housekeeping:
* When working in Production areas, to perform and complete work in a clean and tidy manner. In particular:
* Production facilities and machines should be left in the same state of cleanliness as found following an intervention. Any contamination (dirt, metal filings, failed components, lubricants etc.) arising from the intervention must be removed.
* All tools & components should be accounted for and removed. No excess or spurious components should be left on or in the vicinity of machines.
* To maintain the Maintenance workshop, personal & general tools, and spare parts in accordance with IP 5S policy.
Training:
* To participate in all training and assessment activities related to the position.
* To identify relevant areas of personal training for inclusion on the company training Plan.
* To attend all training courses (internal or external), seminars as required for training related to the position.
* Training of Production Operators in the operation and maintenance of production equipment with a view to them becoming as self-sufficient as possible.
Safety:
* To adhere fully to all safety policies, procedures and regulations issued by IP.
* To immediately notify the appropriate responsible person if he observes a breach of policy, procedure, regulation or a potential hazard that could have a serious impact on safety or result in serious personal injury to any person on site.
* To report incidents and accidents in a timely manner by means of the company's reporting procedure.
* To offer technical input towards ensuring safe systems of work, and safe operation of equipment and processes.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Must have a mechanical / electrical maintenance background (time served).
* Experience in preventative maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, welding, and electrical systems.
* Good written & oral communication skills.
Other Relevant Information:
* Flexible around shift work and working hours.
* A reasonable amount of overtime may be allocated as needed.
* Perform other work-related duties as assigned by the maintenance lead.
* To ask, if in doubt, about any practice or unusual finding.
* As an employee of Irish Pressings you will be expected to carry out any other duties as is determined as a requirement of the business when requested.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €36,500.00 per year
Work Location: In person