Job Description Summary

Job Description

We are looking for a Production Technician (Moulding) who will work under direction of a Process Engineer and be responsible for all technical and processing activities associated with the manufacture of the relevant components.

This is a continuous night shift available with an attractive shift premium. The shift rotation is 3 days on and off (11pm- 11am).

Main responsibilities will include:

• Under the direction of the Process Engineer implements all activities to maximise equipment efficiency in order to meet the manufacturing plan/production schedule and budgeted equipment expectations.

• Ensures all manufacturing equipment is set up and produces product according to established Quality Control specifications and standards. Maintaining acceptable quality and waste levels.

• Ensures that any statutory legislation and/or quality system requirements are adhered to with regard to process changes and equipment modification.

• Continually monitors in-process quality, addressing issues as needed to prevent product holds.

• Ensures that all existing and new equipment and processes are operated in compliance with all current Quality Control, Health & Safety and Environmental legislation and regulatory requirements.

• Operational responsibilities include covering breaks, operating production machinery, assembling product, performing quality checks and pallet release duties.

• Works closely with Operational, Engineering and Quality Control personnel to actively pursue and promote continuous improvement; SSU, 5S, KAS, Near Miss, etc.

• Ensure all equipment is maintained as assigned, and in accordance with requirements detailed on the appropriate schedule/plan or work instruction. Ensuring the minimisation of downtime within planned costs for repair and spares

• To support engineering in the installation and validation of new equipment and technology and ensure a smooth and acceptable transfer to production.

• Become actively involved and contribute to regular team meetings and participate in project teams as required.

• Work efficiently and co-operate with the Process Engineer, Engineering Technician and fellow associates at all times to meet required production targets.

• Escalates unresolved issues in a timely manner to the Engineering Technician and Process Engineer, works in an assisting capacity in order to develop problem solving abilities.

• Ensure good communication and effective information transfer between the shifts.

• Ensures accurate and timely entry of data on to SAP.

• Carry out any other duties as deemed appropriate by the Process Engineer.

About you

• Qualification in either electrical, hydraulic or mechanical engineering such as C&G, ONC, HNC and experience in a high volume, highly automated manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge of tooling and moulding from manufacturing industry such as medical devices, T1 automotive, food & beverage, general manufacturing would be the advantage

• Good engineering aptitude, “hands on approach” and have a keen eye for creative engineering solutions

• Excellent communication skills and are I.T. literate

• Organised and self-motivated with a safety awareness of electrical, compressed air and pressurised systems.

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