20 Machine Technician jobs in Ireland

Maintenance Technician required for Food Production company. All training will be provided in house. As a food company there are policies and procedures to be followed and attention to detail is paramount. We would hope that successful applicants would train to be full machine operators in due course.

Working hours are Monday to Thursday 8am -4.30pm

Friday 8am-3.30pm .

Holidays as standard.

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: €28,000.00-€31,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Production: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Description
Machine Technician - Onsite Dallas, TX
About Packsize
Packsize is an automation company that enables more efficient and sustainable packaging process flows from packing to unboxing. We're propelling our customers and the industry forward, always looking to innovate and improve. Because, to us, packaging is about much more than a box, it's about delivering what's right, for our customers, for their customers and our planet.

About The Role
We are looking for a highly skilled Machine Technician in the
Dallas,TX area
. This Engineer will work
on-site
at one of our Key Customers locations to install, maintain and support Packsize equipment, manage our parts and inventory unit within the warehouse, as well as build and maintain customer relationships by effectively servicing the equipment. This individual must understand the needs of the customer, work proactively and efficiently to meet those needs, and provides 5-Star customer service by proactively visiting or calling the customer to ensure they are fully satisfied with the Packsize equipment, process flow, packaging designs, and service.

What You'll Do

• Work cross-functionally with R&D, Software and Quality Engineering teams
• Receive incoming parts and supplies, verify their quality and quantity
• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping of parts transactions
• Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels of parts and supplies.
• Analyze customer Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) to identify new or ongoing machine performance issues resulting in problem-solving and machine maintenance.
• Completes and successfully pass training courses
• Develops knowledge of Packaging Designs
• Learns and develops the customer support and technical skills necessary to perform high quality maintenance
• Performs preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and accessories
• Performs installation of new equipment and train Customer Personnel
• Learns and completes basic administration duties (assigned tasks, emails, etc.)
• Exposed to moving parts and electricity that require safety protocols
• Excellent work ethic and time management skills needed
• Must be accessible via telephone, and promptly return email and phone messages
• Travel by vehicle or airplane within assigned geography, overnight travel may be required

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in parts and inventory management, preferably in similar industry
• Proficiency in using inventory management software and tools
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Basic Excel, Word skills
• Knowledge of Windows platforms
• Advanced mechanical skills
• Advanced troubleshooting skills to resolve equipment issues utilizing drawings, operational characteristics, and technical documentation
• Ability to learn troubleshooting and problem-solving procedures
• Able and willing to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to walk, climb, stand, carry materials, stoop, kneel, bend at waist
• Must be able to climb a ladder
• Exhibit mature, independent judgment with little or no direct supervision
• Effectively communicate through written and verbal reports to customer and direct supervision regarding worksite status
• Associate degree or Vocational technical training is strongly desired, Bachelor's in related area preferred
• Good mechanical and troubleshooting skills
• Clean driving record with a valid driver's license

Machine Operation
Clearing jams, loading Z-fold, changing labels, changing bander paper and adding glue to the machine.

Travel

• There will be initial travel requirements for training purposes.

Working Environment and Physical Demands
The following are representative of the typical working environment and physical demands

of this position. To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, you will be required to:

• Communicate with others to exchange information
• Work within a production facility, warehouse, or manufacturing environment
• Move yourself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces
• Convey yourself great distances within and around various work sites and from one work site to another
• Remain in a stationary position, often standing for prolonged periods.
• Work in a noisy environment at various temperatures
• Move objects (equipment, machinery, and products) weighing up to 50 lbs
• Ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, steps stools, and the like
• Perform tasks that require you to bend, stretch, push, pull, carry, and reach

What We Offer
If this role excites you but you don't meet each requirement listed, we encourage you to apply anyway. At Packsize, we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and understand that the best candidates may come from the most unlikely of places.
Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran's status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran's status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Job Title: Packing Machine Technician

Department: Maintenance

Location: Mervue Laboratories, County Cork

Reports To: Maintenance Lead

Position Summary:

The Packing Machine Technician is responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of automated packing equipment used in the pharmaceutical production process. This role ensures that packaging lines run efficiently, safely, and in compliance with GMP standards, while minimizing downtime and maintaining product quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor packing machines to ensure consistent performance and output.
• Perform machine setup, changeovers, and adjustments according to batch requirements.
• Conduct routine maintenance and minor repairs to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal machine performance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during production runs.
• Ensure packaging materials are loaded correctly and meet quality specifications.
• Maintain accurate production and maintenance records in line with GMP documentation standards.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve issues and improve line efficiency.
• Adhere to safety protocols and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support training of new operators and technicians on packing equipment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Technical qualification in mechanical, electrical, or automation engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience operating or maintaining packing machinery in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with GMP, SOPs, and pharmaceutical packaging standards.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience with blister, sachet, bottle, or carton packing lines.
• Knowledge of PLCs and automated control systems.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Flexible and proactive approach to shift work and production demands.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Principal Accountabilities:

• Perform machine building and mechanical assembly of precision equipment according to technical specifications.
• Interpret technical assembly drawings and equipment manuals to ensure accurate assembly.
• Conduct dismantling, repair, rework, and fitting of new parts when performing maintenance.
• Installation of production equipment.
• Utilise modern maintenance techniques for condition monitoring of equipment.
• Write detailed reports on completed repairs for documentation and analysis.
• Commission machines/equipment at customer sites from time to time (Ireland and abroad).

Qualification, Experience and Knowledge:

• Previous experience with AlphaCAM 3d and Hurco CNC Machining Centres advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Great communication skills: Working closely with the assembly supervisor and the project team.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities to troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Working knowledge and skills in assembly and repairs of mechanical systems such as bearings, gears, belts & pulleys etc.
• Experience in pneumatics is preferred.
• Proficiency with workshop machines such as lathes, manual milling machines, surface grinders, etc.
• Preferably qualified as a mechanic, toolmaker, or fitter.
• Attention to detail is crucial for ensuring accuracy and precision in work.
• A passion/strong interest in engineering is essential.

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Loyalty holidays scheme
• On-site parking
• Pension
• Refer a friend scheme
• Relevant training for development

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 07/09/2025

We are seeking motivated
Equipment Technicians
to join our client's team in Leixlip.

Location:
Leixlip, Dublin

About the Role

In this role, you will play a key part in the installation, start-up, and support of equipment at client sites, contributing to the advancement of the semiconductor industry. You will work hands-on with equipment, ensuring accurate installation, troubleshooting, and technical support, while prioritising safety and teamwork in a highly collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform
  mechanical assembly
  of pump racks and subcomponents in line with provided mechanical drawings.
• Carry out
  equipment start-up and commissioning
  , including parameter and software setup following defined checklists.
• Complete
  signal wiring termination
  and verify signaling according to schematics.
• Follow detailed
  work instructions
  for equipment start-up and operation.
• Troubleshoot
  electrical, mechanical, and software-related issues during the start-up process.
• Uphold and enforce all
  safety policies and procedures
  on site.
• Work closely with the
  Site Lead
  to deliver on daily and weekly priorities.

Qualifications (Must-Have)

• Technical diploma/degree in Electrical or related field (qualified electricians will also be considered).
• Minimum of
  2 years' experience
  in equipment installation or maintenance within the semiconductor industry.
• Proficiency in
  PC use
  , record keeping, and documentation sign-offs.

Additional Success Factors

• Proven troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and software areas.
• Strong
  mechanical and electrical aptitude
  .
• Excellent
  communication and teamwork
  skills.
• High
  attention to detail
  and ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• Strong
  safety awareness
  and commitment to safe work practices.

Equipment Technician

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help our patients see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.

We are currently recruiting for an Equipment technician in an 12-month contract role to support our engineering department in Cork. The main responsibility of this role is the maintenance and troubleshooting of existing and new automation. A typical day to day, would include:

• Provide first response technical support to automated equipment.

• Responsible for defining maintenance and troubleshooting procedures of new equipment introduced to site.

• Assist Engineering in the installation and implementation of new equipment. Responsible for the provision of equipment training to the wider engineering team.

• Daily reporting into Engineering on all activities and highlighting concerns early.
• Responsible for investigating and documenting process issues and report to Engineering all findings and solutions.
• Support safety risk assessments for any new equipment introduced.
• Ensure continual Quality System compliance by adherence to established and evolving Alcon QS requirements.
• Assigned work adheres to H&S and environmental requirements.
• Order and maintain stocks of spares and components.
• Carry out modifications and upgrades.

What you'll bring to the role:

• A minimum Level 7 qualification in an Engineering or Technical discipline
• Strong technical ability and automation experience would be preferred.
• Ability to trouble-shoot equipment issues.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Good problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of ISO, FDA, GMP standards.

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Equipment Technician

We are looking for technicians with experience with electro-mechanical maintenance to join our team in County Clare

As part of a strong global team, you'll work with cutting-edge automated systems in a supportive environment built on trust, empowerment, and growth.

What You'll Do:

• Maintain and improve high-speed automated production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electronic systems, including PLCs, sensors, and circuit boards.
• Support production teams with changeovers, preventive maintenance, and equipment upgrades.
• Contribute to projects for new equipment installation and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For:

• 2+ years' experience in electro-mechanical maintenance within high-volume manufacturing.
• A Certificate or Diploma in an electro-mechanical or related field.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to read schematics and drawings.
• Flexible, team-oriented, and safety-focused.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a leading multi-national company
• Access world-class training and career development programs.
• Thrive in a workplace recognized for
  diversity, respect, and excellence
  .
• Enjoy the stability and opportunity to
  grow with us long-term
  .

At Abbott, you will play a crucial role to help people live more fully at all stages of their lives. Abbott is a global healthcare leader and our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues have a daily impact on the life of people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott Ireland
In Ireland, Abbott employs over 6,000 people across ten sites. We currently have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott also has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946.

Vascular Division Clonmel
Abbott Vascular is one of the world's leading vascular care businesses. Abbott Vascular Clonmel is uniquely focused on advancing the treatment of vascular disease and improving patient care by combining the latest medical device innovations with world-class pharmaceuticals, investing in research and development and advancing medicine through training and education. Our broad line of vascular devices Manufactured in Clonmel includes vessel closure, endovascular and coronary technologies–These devices are designed to treat heart attack, stroke, critical limb ischemia and other serious vascular conditions.

Abbott Vascular Clonmel is the largest Abbott Manufacturing facility in Ireland focusing on both manufacturing and research and development of next generation vascular products.

Position Summary
Provides technical support relating to equipment utilised in the manufacturing areas by repairing, maintaining, or modifying production equipment utilising technical expertise, technical manuals, schematic drawings, precision tools, and test equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the installation, testing, and commissioning of automation systems inc. FAT / SAT and Equip. Qual. activities
• Automated Equipment Optimization: Monitor, analyze, and improve the performance of CLN's automated systems to ensure consistent product quality and equipment uptime.
• Responds to assembly line equipment repair calls, by diagnosing equipment problems, and performing the necessary repair. Execution and improvement of preventive and predictive maintenance programs for automated equipment.
• Documents equipment qualifications and upgrades made to existing machines, including preventative maintenance performed and parts used, to ensure appropriate documentation of repair history in Asset Management Integrating Global Operations.
• Participate in tiered performance meetings to report on equipment status, escalate issues, and contribute to problem-solving discussions.
• Initiates and completes technical activities leading to new or improved automated equipment, for automation programs and to meet strategic goals and objectives of the company. Prepares reports, publishes, and makes presentations to communicate findings.
• Analyses and solves equipment performance problems from basic engineering principles, theories and concepts through to a wide range of complex and advanced problems which require novel and new innovative approaches or a major breakthrough in technology.
• Understands Automation engineering principles theories, concepts, practices and techniques. Develops knowledge in the Automation field to become a recognised leader or authority.
• Review and refine spare parts lists to ensure availability of critical components while minimizing inventory costs.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in automation technology and industry trends.

Qualifications

• (Experience/Education). National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) level 6 qualification in a relevant discipline and 6+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• (Technical/Business Knowledge) Applies extensive knowledge of complex technical concepts and practices, and a complete understanding of product or systems fundamentals in a functional area, and working knowledge of other related disciplines. Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, SCADA Systems, EtherCAT Networks, Servo Controllers and robotics. Utilises/ interprets advanced numerical and statistical data and/ or computer software programs to present documentation and analysis and resolve production, technical, or systems problems. Will perform this job in a quality system environment. Failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.
• (Cognitive Skills) Performs extremely complex or specialised technical assignments usually in the nature of projects, requiring working independently. May design, develop, or modify area-specific equipment, materials, systems, and/or product. Assignments require considerable judgement, high degree of initiative, creative approaches in troubleshooting, and making recommendations for continuous quality improvment of work methods for functional area.
• (Supervision Received) Minimal supervision. Receives instruction in the form of objectives to be completed within extensive technical expertise. Projects reviewed at project milestones or completion.
• (Decision Making/Impact) Solves complex problems requiring extensive interpretation of procedures and practices to provide leadership in evolving projects. Selects methods and practices to solve problems using ingenuity, creativity, and a high degree of independent action and initiative. Proposes solutions independently; makes decisions on projects. Develops and implements projects from concept to completion.
• (Influence/Leadership) Promotes the attainment of group goals by selecting, motivating, and training capable staff. Train maintenance technicians on the operation, troubleshooting, and repair of automation systems, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• (Planning/ Organisation) Plans and organises project assignments of substantial variety and complexity. Initiates or maintains schedule for projects and project milestones. Establishes priorities of individual or project assignments

Verax Limited is a leading provider of technical resources to a range of customers within the semiconductor industry.

Headquartered in Dublin, we are proud to work for some of the key device and equipment manufacturers in our industry.

We currently have a number of vacancies for technicians working in Ireland as part of a technical team to carry out preventative maintenance on production equipment within a semiconductor facility.

Candidates must be familiar with mechanical disassembly and assembly of components.

Should be able to carry out handling of large fragile components with due care and attention.

Must have at least 2 years working in a production/industrial environment.

Must be able to demonstrate capability of learning and working with production software packages and be computer literate.

Work will be covering a 24/7 shift pattern.

Verax will provide on the job training in order to enable any successful candidate to meet the required customer's criteria.

Opportunities will be available for both career and earnings progression

Base salary: From €35,000.00 per year (shift allowance payable on top of base)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From €35,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person