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Level 2 Manufacturing Technician
Type: Full time
Location: Dublin
The Level 2 Manufacturing
Technician plays a key role in supporting production operations by operating
and maintaining manufacturing equipment, performing process checks, resolving
minor equipment and process issues, and ensuring product quality and safety
standards are met. This role requires hands-on technical ability, strong
problem-solving skills, and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing
environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate automated and semi-automated
production equipment according to SOPs and work instructions.
- Perform first-level troubleshooting and recovery on equipment and process issues.
- Conduct routine equipment checks,
calibrations, and basic preventive maintenance tasks.
- Monitor process performance and product
quality using SPC charts and in-line inspection tools.
- Perform product assembly, testing, and
measurement as required.
- Accurately maintain production logs,
batch records, and documentation.
- Work closely with engineering and
maintenance teams to escalate technical issues.
- Participate in root cause analysis
(RCA) and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Follow 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.
- Comply with all EHS and cleanroom
protocols.
- Provide training/mentorship to Level 1
technicians and new hires.
- Support shift handover communication and
production targets.
Key Competencies:
- Technical troubleshooting
- Process discipline
- Team collaboration
- Safety & quality awareness
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Good documentation practices
Working Conditions
- Cleanroom or controlled manufacturing
environment (PPE required)
- Shift-based role (days/nights/weekends
depending on site)
- Standing/working at equipment for
extended periods
- Fast-paced environment with tight
deadlines
Requirements
Essential
- 2–4 years of experience in manufacturing,
production, or equipment operation.
- Strong mechanical or electrical
aptitude.
- Ability to read technical documentation
and follow SOPs precisely.
- Excellent attention to detail and
quality focus.
- Experience working to production targets
in a shift environment.
- Good teamwork and communication skills.
Preferred
- Experience in semiconductor,
electronics, medical device, automotive or pharma manufacturing.
- Familiarity with SPC data, yield
metrics, or MES systems.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen,
or Six Sigma principles.
- Basic troubleshooting and
problem-solving skills.
- Computer literacy (MS Office, production
reporting systems).
Education
- Technical Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical,
Electrical, Mechatronic, Process Technology, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline.
- Apprenticeship or
equivalent hands-on vocational training also considered
Benefits
- Competitive salary + shift allowance
- Training & certification
opportunities
- Career development in world-class
semiconductor environment