<p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px; font-family: 'Anthropic Sans', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; font-size: 14px; color: #141413; line-height: 1.7;">Our leading regulated manufacturer in Co. Mayo is hiring an automation manager to lead its operation support function. This role sits at the centre of manufacturing performance &mdash; owning breakdown response, root cause analysis, and the operation support help desk, while driving the improvement projects that keep the plant running at its best.
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What you'll do:
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<li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 13px; color: #3d3d3a; display: flex; gap: 8px; align-items: flex-start;">Lead the operation support help desk team day to day</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 13px; color: #3d3d3a; display: flex; gap: 8px; align-items: flex-start;">Drive rapid breakdown response and root cause analysis</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 13px; color: #3d3d3a; display: flex; gap: 8px; align-items: flex-start;">Manage automation equipment availability and reliability</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 13px; color: #3d3d3a; display: flex; gap: 8px; align-items: flex-start;">Deliver local improvement projects focused on OEE</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 13px; color: #3d3d3a; display: flex; gap: 8px; align-items: flex-start;">Partner across operations, maintenance, quality and IT</li>
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What you'll bring:
A degree in electrical, automation or controls engineering, with strong hands-on experience in PLCs, batch process control, SCADA and industrial networks. Experience leading automation or controls teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Rockwell PLCs, FactoryTalk Batch or Ignition experience is a plus. 
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">For further information, contact Dee Curley at&nbsp;<a rel="noopener">dee@hero.ie</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;086-7902191.
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Automation Manager

Process and Product Engineer
Responsibility:
<ul>
<li>Support new product introduction and continuous improvement activities within the area of responsibility</li>
<li>Maintain and improve manufacturing processes and associated equipment to support product quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction</li>
<li>Design and improve manufacturing equipment to support process performance and customer requirements</li>
</ul>
Essential Functions of Job:
<ul>
<li>Participate in the development, validation, and optimisation of manufacturing processes and equipment for existing and new products</li>
<li>Support new product introduction, including process development, scale-up, and transfer to production</li>
<li>Interface with Quality Assurance and cross-functional teams to implement corporate and FWMI goals</li>
<li>Conduct process capability assessments</li>
<li>Communicate technical information to production personnel, including creation of work instructions and delivery of training</li>
<li>Research, develop, and implement process and equipment improvements</li>
<li>Understand manufacturing processes and internal customer equipment needs; translate requirements into practical engineering solutions</li>
<li>Create mechanical designs for equipment and improvements, including preparation of technical drawings and documentation</li>
<li>Prepare quotations for capital projects as required</li>
<li>Source and procure components for projects</li>
<li>Work with the Technical Center team to ensure successful implementation of engineered equipment and solutions</li>
<li>Provide technical support and knowledge to process engineers</li>
<li>Perform other duties as requested by management</li>
</ul>
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Associate&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent practical experience in machine design, machining, machine building, or fabrication required</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline preferred.</li>
<li>Knowledge of metallurgy or materials engineering is desirable; however, training will be provided as required</li>
<li>Knowledge of process validation methodologies is desirable (IQ/OQ/PQ)</li>
<li>Experience with three-dimensional modelling software (e.g. SolidWorks) is desirable</li>
<li>Ability to work with minimal supervision, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams within a fast-paced manufacturing environment</li>
<li>Strong communication and technical writing skills</li>
</ul>

Product Process Engineer

<p style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Process Engineer Reporting to: Engineering / Product Development Lead Location: Castlebar This role offers an opportunity to join a highly specialised manufacturing environment, supporting the development and optimisation of advanced production processes. The Process Engineer will play a key role in driving manufacturing performance through process development, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives, while supporting new product introduction and ensuring high standards of quality and efficiency. 
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Key Responsibilities
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<li>Support end-to-end optimisation of manufacturing processes across production operations.</li>
<li>Develop into a key technical point of contact for process-related challenges on the production floor.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including Production and Quality) to prioritise and deliver process improvements.</li>
<li>Lead the design, development, and validation of new and existing manufacturing processes.</li>
<li>Manage and implement process changes through structured change control systems.</li>
<li>Work closely with production teams to plan and successfully execute process improvements.</li>
<li>Develop and deliver technical documentation, including work instructions and training materials.</li>
<li>Analyse process data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.</li>
<li>Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement solutions to improve performance and KPIs.</li>
<li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies.</li>
<li>Engage with external suppliers and vendors where required to support process enhancements.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with a data-driven mindset.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within cross-functional teams.</li>
<li>Experience interpreting data and implementing improvements based on insights.</li>
<li>Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks or similar).</li>
<li>Experience with 2D drafting tools is advantageous.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to production teams.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.</li>
<li>Minimum of 3 years&rsquo; experience in a process engineering role within a regulated or precision manufacturing environment.</li>
<li>Strong hands-on background in areas such as machining, fabrication, or equipment development.</li>
</ul>
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Process Engineer

Engineering Manager
Location: Mayo, Ireland
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Engineering Manager to lead a high-perf forming engineering team within a highly automated and regulated manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, this is a strategic leadership role with responsibility f or delivering complex capital projects, driving operational excellence, and advancing manufacturing capabilities through innovation and continuous improvement.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in shaping the site's technology landscape, leading projects from concept and feasibility through commissioning, validation, and operational handover. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on manufacturing performance, safety, quality, and efficiency while developing and mentoring a talented engineering team.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
<ul>
<li>Provide technical leadership across engineering projects from inception through successful delivery.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Apply robust project management principles to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Identify, analyse, and resolve complex engineering challenges requiring in-depth technical expertise and sound judgement.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, productivity, reliability, and compliance.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Champion innovation and the adoption of new technologies to support business objectives.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Provide expertise in automated manufacturing systems, including high-speed robotic and process equipment.</li>
</ul>
Project Management
<ul>
<li>Lead and manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously, effectively prioritising resources and deliverables.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Oversee capital expenditure and departmental budgets, ensuring financial targets are achieved.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Coordinate cross-functional project teams and manage relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, suppliers, consultants, and customers.</li>
<li>Ensure successful project execution through all stages, including feasibility, design, commissioning, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ).</li>
</ul>
Team Leadership &amp; Development
<ul>
<li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers within a regulated manufacturing environment.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Support team development by building technical capability, business acumen, and leadership skills.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Coordinate engineering activities to ensure the successful completion of project deliverables while optimising safety, quality, cost, and operational efficiency.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Promote best-in-class engineering practices and ensure adherence to regulatory and quality requirements.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications &amp; Experience
Essential
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, Manufacturing, or related discipline).</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Minimum of 8 years' experience within a highly automated and regulated manufacturing environment.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Proven experience managing and developing technical engineering teams.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Strong track record of delivering complex engineering and capital projects.</li>
</ul>
Skills &amp; Competencies
<ul>
<li>Extensive knowledge of automated manufacturing processes, equipment, systems, and technologies within a regulated industry environment.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrated project management leadership experience, including managing cross -functional teams and stakeholders.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Strong commercial awareness with the ability to make balanced decisions relating to cost, compliance, quality, and productivity.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Excellent problem-solving, analytical, organisational, and critical thinking skills.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Strong decision-making capability with a high degree of professional judgement and accountability.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Advanced IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and Microsoft Project.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experience with engineering and facility management software, including AutoCAD or equivalent systems.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team leadership skills.</li>
</ul>
What We Offer
<ul>
<li>Permanent employment within a stable and growing manufacturing environment.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Private medical insurance.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Company pension scheme.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Annual performance-related bonus.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Collaborative and supportive team culture.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Access to advanced manufacturing technologies and state-of -the-art equipment.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Opportunities f or professional development, career progression, and leadership growth.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Recognition and reward f or outstanding performance and contributions.</li>
</ul>
For further information on this Engineering Manager role in Mayo please contact Caroline Kingston on 0868395531 or email caroline@hero.ie
Check out all our open jobs on our HERO Recruitment website &ndash; https://www.hero.ie/
Please Note: Under its obligation under the Data Protection legislation, HERO Recruitment will not forward your details to any company without your prior approval.
Data can only be transferred outside of the EEA on the basis of standards contractual clauses, to a country for whom an adequacy decision has been given by the European Commission or where the express permission of the data subject has been given. You have supplied us with your personal data in the process of applying for a position. Our client company may have personnel outside of the EEA who will review you data. We will apply the appropriate criteria in respect of the data transfer depending on the location of those personnel.

Engineering Manager

<h1>Quality Engineer</h1>
<h2>Overview</h2>
The primary purpose of this role is to provide Quality Engineering support across manufacturing, quality control, facilities, IT, regulatory affairs, analytical laboratories, research and development, new product introduction (NPI), sustaining engineering, and post-market activities.
The role includes responsibility for quality systems, validation activities, risk management, non-conformance management, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), audit support, data analysis, microbiological and sterilisation reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2>
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<li>Review and approve validation documentation, change requests, Design and Process FMEAs, software validation documentation, microbiological and sterilisation assessments, and critical system work orders.</li>
<li>Provide Quality Engineering support to Research &amp; Development, New Product Introduction (NPI), and Sustaining Engineering teams through all stages of product development and transfer to production.</li>
<li>Review and support design assurance activities, including:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Design Inputs</li>
<li>Design Verification</li>
<li>Design Validation</li>
<li>Design Transfer</li>
<li>Product Transfer</li>
<li>Design and Process FMEAs</li>
<li>Process Validation</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Partner with Production and Quality Control teams to support:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Incoming Quality Control</li>
<li>In-Process Quality Control</li>
<li>Final Product Release Activities</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Lead and support Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) activities and Non-Conforming Product processes.</li>
<li>Conduct and support field action assessments and related activities.</li>
<li>Support internal and external audit programmes and represent Quality Engineering during audits.</li>
<li>Analyse quality metrics and trends to identify systemic risks and drive improvement initiatives.</li>
<li>Initiate, manage, and deliver continuous improvement projects.</li>
<li>Ensure quality issues are prioritised, investigated, and resolved in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Provide technical guidance and informal mentoring to junior quality engineering personnel.</li>
<li>Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance with quality management system and regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Make risk-based quality decisions within established quality and regulatory frameworks.</li>
</ul>
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<h2>Required Qualifications &amp; Experience</h2>
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<li>Third-level qualification in Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.</li>
<li>Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Quality Engineering role or related technical field.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of medical device regulations and standards, including ISO, EU MDR, and FDA requirements.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience across validation disciplines, including:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Design Validation</li>
<li>Process Validation</li>
<li>Software Validation</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Good working knowledge of statistical analysis and quality tools.</li>
<li>Experience supporting quality systems in a regulated manufacturing environment.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.</li>
</ul>
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<h2>Desirable Qualifications &amp; Experience</h2>
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Qualification in Quality, Validation, Statistics, or Risk Management.</li>
<li>Experience within the medical device industry.</li>
<li>Experience with combination products or drug-device combination products.</li>
<li>Experience supporting supplier quality, complaint handling, post-market surveillance, or regulatory reporting activities.</li>
</ul>
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<h2>Key Competencies</h2>
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all organisational levels.</li>
<li>Ability to challenge existing practices and influence decision-making while maintaining compliance with quality requirements.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li>
<li>Excellent organisational and planning skills.</li>
<li>High level of attention to detail.</li>
<li>Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced regulated environment.</li>
<li>Strong risk-based decision-making capability.</li>
</ul>
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<h2>Additional Requirements</h2>
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Willingness and availability to travel as required.</li>
<li>Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and ethical business conduct.</li>
</ul>
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<h2>Benefits</h2>
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Hybrid working model.</li>
<li>Defined contribution pension scheme.</li>
<li>Private medical insurance for employee and immediate family.</li>
<li>Life assurance and income protection.</li>
<li>Educational assistance programmes.</li>
<li>Performance-related bonus.</li>
<li>Comprehensive health and wellbeing programme.</li>
<li>On-site fitness facilities.</li>
<li>Flexible working hours.</li>
<li>Paid volunteering leave.</li>
<li>Free parking.</li>
<li>Subsidised restaurant/canteen facilities.</li>
<li>Active sports and social programmes.</li>
</ul>

Quality Engineer II

<p style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Production Manager Location: Castlebar Co.Mayo The Production Manager reports directly to the Head of Operations and is a key member of the site Management Team. You will manage multiple manufacturing teams, including supervisors and manufacturing staff, to meet production schedules and customer commitments. You will support the overall site vision and initiate improvements to ensure processes meet current and future requirements for quality, growth, flexibility, and cost improvement. 
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Key Responsibilities
<ul style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">
<li>Manage department supervisors and support staff to deliver best-in-class safety, quality, and production results.</li>
<li>Lead and motivate direct reports to embed a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing throughout the organisation.</li>
<li>Collaborate with manufacturing operations management and customers to ensure quality commitments are met on time.</li>
<li>Approve and ensure strict implementation of instructions relating to production operations.</li>
<li>Drive Operational Excellence initiatives to improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance process capability using Lean,</li>
<li>Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies.</li>
<li>Collaborate with maintenance teams to identify and address potential issues and process improvements.</li>
<li>Ensure required validations are performed and that processes and systems meet specified requirements.</li>
<li>Manage area of responsibility to ensure GMP and GDP requirements are met and adhered to.</li>
<li>Promote safety improvements including root-cause analysis and proactive risk-reduction activities.</li>
<li>Develop and implement a manufacturing budget aligned with the plant strategic plan.</li>
<li>Continuously reduce manufacturing costs through the Value Improving Practices programme.</li>
<li>Ensure required initial and continuing training of department personnel is carried out and adapted according to need.</li>
<li>Build Operational Excellence capability across the team through coaching, structured problem-solving, and Lean skills development.</li>
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<li>Third-level qualification in a relevant discipline.</li>
<li>Proven leadership and people management experience in a GMP facility.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience leading Operational Excellence, Lean, or continuous improvement initiatives.</li>
<li>Financial and budget reporting experience.</li>
<li>Excellent presentation and communication skills with strong decision-making ability.</li>
<li>Innovative problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset.</li>
<li>Ability to apply structured Operational Excellence tools such as DMAIC, Kaizen, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping.</li>
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Production Manager

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