Position Overview:
Galmere Fresh Foods is looking for a Maintenance Technician who is ready for a new challenge within a successful Galway-based Irish food business. As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our food production facility. You will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and conducting repairs to minimise downtime and maintain optimal efficiency.
The Role:
1. Conduct routine maintenance tasks on production equipment, including but not limited to conveyor systems, packing machines, and processing equipment.
2. Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to minimise downtime and ensure continuous production.
3. Perform scheduled inspections and preventative maintenance to identify potential problems before they escalate.
4. Respond promptly to breakdowns and emergency situations to minimise production interruptions.
5. Recognise and conduct repairs on any structural or fabrication issues within a building.
6. Collaborate with the production team to address maintenance needs and prioritise repairs based on production schedules.
7. Document all maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections, and parts usage.
8. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a clean and organised work environment.
9. Provide training to production staff on the proper use and care of equipment.
Ideal Attributes:
1. Certification in a relevant field.
2. Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
3. Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment.
4. Previous knowledge of PLCs, control systems, and automation is desirable.
5. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
6. Previous knowledge of CMMS is an advantage.
7. Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols.
8. Flexibility to work non-traditional hours and weekends as needed.
9. Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
About Galmere:
Galmere is passionate about food and that begins by working with growers and producers to source the best available ingredients. Our team strives to exceed expectations by innovating for our clients, crafting the finest, safest food. We anticipate and research the market, to both set and stay ahead of trends.
Every avenue is explored to protect our environment. Galmere is an accredited member of Bord Bia’s Origin Green and in 2023 and 2021 we have been awarded Gold membership. Our technical and quality team are directly responsible for driving our sustainability initiatives. Our investment programme in 2018–2019 reduced energy usage by 14.5%. Wherever possible we use recyclable packaging.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* On-site parking.
Schedule:
* Day shift.
* Overtime.
* Weekend availability.
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Galway, CO. Galway: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).
Experience:
* Maintenance Technician: 1 year (required).
Work Location: In person.
Reference ID: Maintenance Technician.
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