Moulding Technician

Pale Blue Dot Recruitment is advertising this vacancy on behalf of MeHow Medical Ireland. Position Overview MeHow Medical Ireland is seeking a skilled Moulding Technician to join its manufacturing team in Bray, Co. Wicklow. The role is responsible for technical set-up, operation, process control, troubleshooting and support of injection moulding equipment to achieve defined production and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and control injection moulding machines and related equipment.
• Monitor and adjust temperature, pressure, cycle times and other process settings to optimise process stability and output.
• Identify process variations and troubleshoot equipment or production issues to minimise downtime.
• Conduct equipment inspections and carry out routine and preventive maintenance.
• Inspect moulded components for defects, dimensional accuracy and surface quality.
• Use calipers, micrometers and gauges to verify product conformity.
• Document quality issues, support corrective actions and maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, documented procedures and company quality requirements.
• Apply practical knowledge of moulding processes and materials when investigating production or quality issues.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Support robotic automation and auxiliary manufacturing equipment where required.
• Contribute to process stability, equipment performance, product quality and continuous improvement.
• Work with production, quality, maintenance and other cross-functional teams.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and safely handle production materials and equipment.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of technical experience supporting injection moulding machinery or similar manufacturing equipment, including machine set-up, process adjustment, troubleshooting and/or maintenance.
• Strong practical understanding of injection moulding processes, materials and quality standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshooting capability.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers and gauges.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including nights and weekends.

Preferred

• Technical certification in plastics technology, manufacturing or a related industrial discipline.
• Experience with Engel, Arburg, Sumitomo Demag or Battenfeld equipment.
• Experience with robotic automation and auxiliary equipment.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma.

Employer: MeHow Medical Ireland Location: Bray, Co. Wicklow Hours: 39 Minimum annual remuneration: €40,000