Process Technician - Manufacturing

The Opportunity: Process Technician

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Our client is a leading multinational medical device manufacturer and is seeking Process Technicians to join its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility with total annual earning of approximately €51,921.

This is an exciting opportunity for technically minded individuals to build a long-term career within a highly automated production environment, working with advanced manufacturing technologies including robotics, vision systems, sensors and automated production equipment. The successful candidate will join a high-performing operations team focused on equipment optimisation, continuous improvement and operational excellence while benefiting from a highly competitive remuneration package worth approximately €51,921 per annum.

Package & Benefits Annual Earnings

• Base Salary: €35,000
• Shift Allowance (33%): €11,550
• Built-in Overtime Premium: €4,039
• Total Annual Earnings: Approximately €51,921

Additional Benefits

• Strong earning potential from day one
• Shift allowance and overtime built into earnings
• Exposure to world-class manufacturing technologies
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Opportunity to develop highly sought-after automation and engineering skills
• Long-term career pathway within a global organisation
• Work alongside experienced engineering and technical professionals

The Role

The Process Technician will be responsible for supporting and optimising highly automated manufacturing processes, ensuring maximum equipment uptime, operational efficiency and product quality.

Key responsibilities will include

• Maintaining and optimising automated manufacturing equipment
• Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical and pneumatic issues
• Monitoring manufacturing performance and identifying improvement opportunities
• Supporting preventative and reactive maintenance activities
• Performing equipment setup, calibration and technical changeovers
• Working closely with Engineering teams to resolve complex technical issues
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing activities
• Driving safety, quality and operational excellence standards across production

Technical Exposure

Successful candidates will gain experience working with:

• Robotics Systems
• Automated Production Lines
• Vision Systems
• PLC-Controlled Equipment
• Sensors and Instrumentation
• Pneumatic Systems
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Fault Finding
• Continuous Improvement Projects
• Advanced Manufacturing Technologies

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Level 6 qualification or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation or a related technical discipline
• Experience within manufacturing, maintenance, automation, engineering or production environments
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting abilities
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

Desirable Experience

Applications are welcomed from candidates with backgrounds including:

• Process Technician
• Manufacturing Technician
• Maintenance Technician
• Automation Technician
• Mechanical Technician
• Electrical Technician
• Maintenance Fitter
• Engineering Technician
• Motor Mechanic
• Technical Production Operator

Shift Pattern

• Rotating 4-cycle shift pattern
• One month of day shifts followed by one month of night shifts
• Additional earnings generated through shift premium and rostered overtime

Why Apply

This role offers an excellent opportunity to join an industry-leading manufacturing operation while developing expertise in automation, robotics and advanced manufacturing technologies. Candidates will benefit from strong earning potential, significant technical exposure and genuine long-term career progression within a high-growth sector.

Our client welcomes applications from candidates who are technically minded and enjoy problem-solving, even if they do not currently have experience in every aspect of the role. Whether your background is in manufacturing, maintenance, mechanics, electrical work, fitting, technical operations or another hands-on environment, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop a rewarding career in advanced manufacturing and automation.