Maintenance Manager | County Cork | €60K-€70K

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and hands-on Maintenance Manager to join a leading food production business based in County Cork. This role is with a well-established confectionery manufacturer that forms part of a larger, highly respected food group. The facility is purpose-built and home to a range of automated and semi-automated production lines. This is a key leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and is passionate about driving operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a small, skilled engineering team in maintaining and improving production line efficiency.
• Oversee both planned and reactive maintenance activities across a variety of modern industrial equipment.
• Ensure rapid response to breakdowns and implement root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, equipment reliability, and documentation.
• Manage spare parts inventory and liaise with external contractors and suppliers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support minor project work as needed.

Criteria

• Minimum 8 years' experience in industrial maintenance, ideally within food or FMCG environments.
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills; knowledge of pneumatics and industrial control systems is highly desirable.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs and industrial automation systems is a distinct advantage.
• Ability to read and interpret technical schematics and specifications.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 and familiarity with bakery equipment such as mixers, depositors, and flow wrappers is beneficial.
• A proactive, self-motivated leader with excellent problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach.

Reward

• Competitive salary between €60,000 and €70,000, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work in a modern, well-equipped facility as part of a respected food group.
• Be part of a close-knit, collaborative team with a strong focus on quality and innovation.
• Career development opportunities within a growing and stable organisation.

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? Apply now to join a thriving food production business where your expertise will make a real impact.

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