Automation Technician Job Description
The successful candidate will work in a specialist Pharmaceutical Manufacturing firm based in Waterford, Ireland.
As an Automation Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and supporting the performance of automation equipment to ensure compliance with health & safety, quality, and operational standards.
You will carry out systematic root cause analysis and troubleshooting to resolve equipment and process issues efficiently.
This role requires a proactive approach to continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing equipment efficiency, yield, and reliability while ensuring cGMP and change control processes.
* Maintain and support automation equipment in accordance with health & safety, quality, and operational standards.
* Carry out systematic root cause analysis and troubleshooting to resolve equipment and process issues efficiently.
* Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities, ensuring all maintenance records and documentation are completed accurately.
* Lead and support continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing equipment efficiency, yield, and reliability, while ensuring compliance with cGMP and change control processes.
* Assist in the commissioning and validation of new equipment and projects, including support for FAT, SAT, and IOPQ activities.
* Manage inventory of spare parts and ensure critical components are always available.
* Provide cross-training and technical support to technicians across the team as required.
* Participate in equipment buy-offs and training sessions, including occasional travel to vendor sites if needed.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you must have:
* A minimum Level 6 qualification (or higher) in Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical/Automation Engineering, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
* Qualified trades personnel with relevant industrial automation experience will also be considered.
* Proven experience working with high-volume automation and robotic systems is essential.
* Previous experience in a medical device or regulated manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
* Techncial knowledge across areas such as Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Electronics, PLCs, Servo Motor Drives, Vision Systems, and Ultrasonic Welding is advantageous.
* Solid understanding of Process Capability, MSA, and GR&R principles.
* Experience in leading or supporting process improvement initiatives within a regulated manufacturing environment.
* Strong problem-solving skills, with a structured and methodical approach to fault finding and root cause analysis.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of using maintenance management and technical documentation systems.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
* Committed to working safely, accurately, and in full compliance with GMP and change management procedures.
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