Job description
Job title:
Shift Technician
Department:
Production
Reports to:
Shift Supervisor
Level:
Mid-Level
Location:
Leixlip, Co. Kildare
Working pattern:
Full time, 12hr shift based work – a combination of days nights
Date created/revised:
02.Jul.26
Validated by:
HR
Purpose of the job
To provide support on shift relating to technical issues
Key responsibilities
Area of responsibility 1:
start and stop machines and troubleshoot day-to-day processing problems to maximize machine up time
Area of responsibility 2:
Execution of other relevant technical tasks on-shift to maintain production at optimal performance
Area of responsibility 3:
Carry out regular services on machines
Area of responsibility 4:
Adhere to all safety precautions with machinery, tools, and devices, including use of relevant personal protective equipment (e.g. gown, cap, safety shoes, etc.) and maintains methods/procedures and all supporting documentation to meet the requirements of Quality Systems ISO9001:2000, ISO13485 and Environmental Management Systems ISO14001
Required qualifications, skills and experience
Essential criteria
Previous relevant experience working in a manufacturing environment, experience with Injection Moulding is preferred, ability to work a 4-cycle shift roster/pattern
Qualifications
A degree Polymer Processing Engineering is desired or a qualification in a similar field
Experience
Previous experience in a GMP environment
Proficiency in MS Office tools
Knowledge/skills
Ability to multitask.
Strong communication skills
Strong health safety awareness
Desirable criteria
Previous relevant manufacturing experience
A certificate in health safety an advantage
Competencies and behaviours
Competency 1: Technical
Equipment operation, digital literacy
Competency 2: Compliance
Safety first mindset, regulatory understanding and adherence, equipment maintenance
Competency 3: Teamwork
Attention to detail, dependability, accuracy, adaptability and collaboration
Competency 4: Physical
Continuous movement during shifts involving standing, walking and bending. Material manipulation – moving, lifting and positioning loads up to designated weight limits using mechanical assistance when required. Spatial navigation – manoeuvring equipment loads precisely through narrow aisles and high traffic zones.
Decision-making authority
Decision-making responsibility 1:
To minimise downtime on machines
Decision-making responsibility 2:
Ad-hoc covering the shift supervisor when required – people management
Decision-making responsibility 3:
Reporting of any health safety or compliance issues to management when they occur
Key relationships
Internal:
Production, Shift Supervisor, Operators, Engineering, Tooling, Maintenance
External:
Suppliers – IM equipment related
Physical/environmental demands
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and heavy machinery
Required to work in a warehouse environment and wear appropriate PPE as required
May occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
The noise level is usually loud.
Basic salary and complementary and variable pay components
Basic salary range:
DOE, starting from €36,239.52
Complementary and variable pay components:
Equal opportunities statement
MGS is committed to ensuring equal pay for equal work and work of equal value between women and men. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and that each worker feels respected and able to give their best. The job requirements and salary range for this job have been established through a gender-neutral job evaluation and classification process. This process objectively assesses the skills, responsibility, effort and working conditions required for each job. This systematic approach ensures fair pay regardless of who performs the work. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race or ethnicity, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.
