Job Description:
SMT Technician - Fermoy
Surface-mount technology (SMT), originally called planar mounting, is a method in which the electrical components are mounted directly onto the surface of a printed circuit board (PCB).
In Fermoy we create a state-of-the-art environment for manufacturing medical and other high-quality devices.
The facility has a track record of 30 years of outstanding operational performance and customer service, backed by a highly experienced workforce.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain automation equipment of a Class III Medical Device in excellent condition ensuring consistent quality, output and yield.
* Follow systematic root cause problem solving and troubleshooting to resolve issues.
* Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance, completing all associated paperwork and records.
* Lead and implement process improvements to achieve more efficient operations, while adhering to change management and cGMP requirements.
* Assist with the commissioning of new equipment / projects.
* Order and maintain appropriate stock of spare parts.
* Cross Train technicians as required.
* Flexible to travel to support new equipment buy-offs/training.
Requirements:
* Minimum Level 6 qualification (or close to completing) in Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical/Automation Engineering, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or qualified trade personnel
* 2 years experience as an SMT Technician
* Experience in high volume automation/robotics
* Good communication and influencing skills
* Ability to work under own initiative
* Availability to work shift patterns
Desirable Skills:
* Experience in Pneumatics, Electronics, Hydraulics, Programmable Controllers, Servo Motor drives, Vision systems, Ultrasonic welding, workshop machining
* Understanding of Process Capability
* Understanding of MSA (Measurement System Analysis) & GR&R (Gauge Repeat & Reduction)
* Experience in FAT (Factory Acceptance Test), SAT (Site Acceptance Test), IOPQ (Installation, Operation, Performance Qualification) automated assembly lines
* Experience in leading process improvement projects in medical device environment