Fitter

Fitter – 3 Day Week | Medical Device Manufacturer | Cork

CREGG Recruitment is delighted to partner with a leading global medical device manufacturer in Cork, currently seeking a Fitter to join the Maintenance Technician team.

Qualified Level 6 Trade Apply 

This is a unique opportunity to work a 3-day week while enjoying an excellent shift premium – giving you more work-life balance without sacrificing earnings.

To apply, contact Mark at [email protected] or 086 1901346.

The Role

Reporting to the Senior Maintenance Engineer, you’ll play a key part in ensuring equipment runs at peak performance. Using your electrical and mechanical expertise, you’ll keep high-tech manufacturing lines running smoothly, while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.

 What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering planned preventative maintenance.

• Troubleshooting and repairing production equipment – both planned and unplanned maintenance.

• Driving root cause analysis to implement lasting fixes and minimise downtime.

• Supporting Line Support teams to maximise machine uptime and output.

• Using trouble shooting and fault finding improve equipment performance.

• Partnering with engineers and value streams on projects to eliminate recurring issues.

• Contributing to 5S + Safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Reporting effectively on maintenance activities and equipment status.

• Ensuring full compliance with GMP and FDA standards at all times.

 What You Bring

• A Level 6 Qualification (trade or relevant discipline).

• Strong electrical and electronic repair/diagnostic skills.

• Mechanical problem-solving expertise, with experience in pneumatics.

• Previous manufacturing experience (medical devices, pharma, or regulated industry an advantage).

• Knowledge of GMP; cleanroom experience beneficial but not essential.

• Proficiency with computers and maintenance systems (CMMS).

• A collaborative mindset, with excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Why Join?

? Work just 3 days per week – enjoy better work-life balance.
? Competitive pay with a premium shift allowance.
? Be part of a world-class medical device manufacturer with career growth opportunities.
? Work in a supportive, safety-focused, and innovation-driven environment.