Elementor #9 – RPG Recruitment

Quality Engineer role in leading medical devices company based in Waterford City. Reporting to the Quality Lead , The Quality Engineer assists in development and implementation of quality plans, programs and procedures using quality control statistics, lean manufacturing concepts and analyses. Ensures that performance and product quality conform to established company, customer and regulatory requirements. Assists in the review, analysis and reporting on quality discrepancies related to assembly and process. May investigate problems and recommend disposition, modification and corrective action for recurring or non-recurring discrepancies. Interfaces with manufacturing, engineering, customer, vendor and subcontractor representatives to ensure requirements are met.

Key Responsibilities and End Results: (Essential responsibilities include but are not limited to the following):

Provide technical support during the NPI process in ensuring that from a Healthcare/Medical device perspective that all FDA, QSR, & MDD standards are achieved and maintained in respect to device classifications.
Fully competent in the application of quality engineering tools and techniques with key emphasis on validation protocols (DQ, IQ, OQ, & PQ), cGMP, PFMEA’s & support the generation of DMF’s where appropriate.
Uses scrap reduction methodologies and process capability analysis to provide a robust defect free process.
Individual with an experienced background in sterilisation, automation, equipment/software validation.
Individual with an experienced background in manufacturing within controlled environments.
Individual shall support the external & internally Quality Management System auditing function (auditor trained).
Individual shall have exposure & involvement in supporting the CAPA system.
Close liaison and networking with other departments, to provide and drive quality inputs and initiatives into the overall operational activities of the company.
Support the implementation of Company Policies and GMP.
Support all company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
Ensure ongoing compliance with GMP in all practices, recording of events and processes.
Ensure compliance with all learnings from all GMP training events.
Root cause problem solving approach in a team environment.
Aligning customer specification to company capabilities.
Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position.

Job Specifications: The minimum education and experience required to perform this job competently.

Degree in Engineering / Science (Mechanical / Electronics / Chemistry) discipline.
3 to 5 years’ experience in a Quality Engineering role.
Fully competent in Quality Management Standards.
Skills/Attributes:
Excellent Leadership skills, ability to motivate team members within the organization. (Energetic & enthusiastic individual).
Excellent organization, communication, computer & presentation skills.
Excellent initiative, decision making and be able to work in a core team environment.
Solution driven with emphasis on performance and results.

Electrical Maintenance Technician (Weekend Shift)

Electrical Maintenance Technician (Weekend Shift) at growing manufacturing facility based in Waterford City. The overall purpose of the role is – As an Electrical Maintenance Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing equipment and facilities.

Responsibilities:

Perform routine maintenance and repairs on machinery and equipment
Troubleshoot and diagnose issues to identify root causes
Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize downtime
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address maintenance needs
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities
Adhere to safety protocols and regulations

If you are a proactive and reliable individual with a passion for maintenance and problem-solving this role and this company will suit you

Job requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in similar role
SCADA and PLC and Drive experience is proffered
Full electrical qualification
Ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment
Experience with preventive maintenance procedures
Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical manuals and blueprints
Excellent problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Availability for weekend work

Workcell Lead required by leading growing medical device multinational based in Waterford City. The overall purpose of the Wordcell Lead is to be accountable for

The operational performance of a Workcell ensuring the KPIs are achieved. ·
Lead, influence and motivate a customer focused team in a matrix structure to achieve Workcell KPIs and manufacturing solutions to meet/exceed customer requirements.

Responsibilities and End Results: (Essential responsibilities include but are not limited to the following):

Lead, influence and motivate a customer focused team in a matrix structure to achieve Workcell KPIs and manufacturing solutions to meet/exceed customer requirements.
Report KPIs to Business Unit Manager on a monthly basis
Deliver actual versus quote on a monthly basis
Drive operational excellence by setting clear direction and expectations for performance, and

measure actual performance with respect to Product Quality, labour efficiency, and yield against targets.

Manage Master Planning Schedule for Workcell on a weekly, monthly and annual basis to include equipment, people and processes.
Control costs impacting the customer P&L and Balance Sheet.
Report monthly to senior leadership on the performance of the customer account.
Drive a continuous improvement culture enabling problem solving and innovative solutions.
Create a highly talented Workcell team and champion a positive employee environment by

promoting; open communication, engagement and development of team members. Promote a culture of inclusiveness, trust, cooperation and a commitment to teamwork.

Proactively manage the customer relationship at site level and conduct quarterly Supplier

Relationship Management meeting. Manage customer escalations.

Manage elements of the commercial quotation process.
Collaborate with the Global Business Units to align on Customer Growth Strategies.
Supports all company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
Ensure ongoing compliance with GMP in all practices, recording of events and processes.
Ensure compliance with all learnings from all GMP training events
Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position.

Job Specifications: The minimum education and experience required to perform this job competently.

Degree in Engineering/relevant discipline essential.
5 years’ experience in Manufacturing/Engineering in a healthcare/contract manufacturing

environment.

Previous people management/leadership and customer facing experience highly desirable.
Excellent lean, operations leadership, organisational and communication skills.
Excellent Performance Management skills
Ability to influence, motivate and drive self and others.
Performance and results driven.
Excellent initiative and decision-making capability.
Ability to work in a team environment.
High level of cGMP, safe working practices and awareness.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project & ERP systems.

Packaging Technologist role in leading FMCG company based in South Tipperary. Reporting to the NPD Manager, the overall purpose of this role is to all times.

Manage all aspects of packaging across two sites.
Be the main point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders, for all things packaging.
Maintain packaging specifications for all materials, and perform new supplier and material approvals
Be audit ready at all times.
Manage artwork sign-off procedure.

Responsibilities include:-

Be the main point of contact for all things packaging.
Liaise with internal stakeholders on all packaging projects; Operations, Engineering, Quality,

Commercial and Procurement.

Be a member of cross-functional teams for new product launches, and larger projects such as new lines and/or capabilities.
Build relationships with packaging suppliers and ensure the business is kept informed on new

technologies and the direction of the market.

Keep up to date on all legislation and customer policies such as DRS and tethered caps. Act as main point of information for all packaging queries.
Perform new supplier and material approvals for all packaging used on both sites
Carry out investigations on any packaging issues and share findings with the wider team.
Provide recommendations on process or any other improvements
Attend production trials and launches of all new packaging. Approve process and feedback to

Operations Department

Manage artwork procedure: co-ordinate sign off of all artwork from Graphic design, printer proof, cromalin / GMG and physical artwork
Keep up-to-date digital and physical copies of all artwork (labels and shrink wraps).
Ship samples of products in new or amended packaging when required.
Maintain a packaging matrix for all products and provide information to the Specifications team when requested.
Test and approve dual supply or alternative packaging supplies if required.
Design and implement packaging intake procedures for the Quality and Operations Teams.

The ideal candidate will have:

Third level degree in Food Science or Supply Chain or related subject.
2+ years’ experience in new product development environment or Technical or Supply Chai
A proven track record taking projects from start to finish.
Commercial awareness and understanding of product costings
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – proven ability to work with other departments.
Pays close attention to detail with excellent organisational skills and proven ability to handle multiple tasks/ priorities.
Written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build positive relationships with customer teams.
Computer knowledge. Yes – Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Stock Management Software, Customer Portals (Desirable, not essential).
Previous experience working with specification
Production experience essential i.e factory work
Highly organised and able to work alone and self-motivate.

Master Technician

Our client based in Kilkenny are looking to recruit a qualified mechanic with extensive experience including diagnostic fault finding and repairs.

Responsibilities:

Servicing & maintenance of full sales/rental fleet of vehicles.
Vehicle health checks & pre nct inspections
Maintenance & repair of specialised drive from wheelchair vehicles
Ensuring the highest quality of work
Working with lifting equipment.
Ability to work in a busy and challenging environment

Requirements:

3 years of qualified motor mechanic experience including diagnostic fault finding and repairs
An understanding of electrics and hydraulics would be a strong advantage.
Have excellent communication skills and be fluent in English
Energy, drive, and enthusiasm and be a proactive member of the team
Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative
Good planning and organizational skills
Professional and mature attitude to work
Full driving license

Commercial Manager required by leading Supply Chain Solutions company based in Waterford City. They provide the Supply Chain solutions that their customers need in the European Market. Working together they can deliver new capabilities and initiatives that enable growth, add value, and enhance the customer experience. They provide non-EU based companies with agile, cost-effective fulfilment/logistics, administration, and bespoke services in the European Market. As the trusted partner of choice, the suite of services offers companies an alternative solution to establishing their own operation in the EU thereby creating market presence and a culture of service excellence leading to more opportunities for growth. The overall purpose of the role – Reporting to the Managing Director the Commercial Manager is responsible for leading all sales and related marketing efforts to support revenue growth and profit objectives in line with company’s future focused strategy to double revenues by 2027. This includes recommending and implementing and directing strategic and tactical Sales and marketing activities to exceed company’s revenue and profit objectives across departments. The Commercial Manager is the direct interface between the company and its strategic customers and the primary focus is to identify, acquire and develop target strategic accounts and dive revenue growth through deployment and management of company resources to increase market share growth and exceed company’s revenue and profit objectives.

Essential functions:

Day to day planning, forecasting and selling company services across 4 service pillars to foster revenue generating growth to exceed financial targets.
Generate new sales opportunities and customer list with focus on maximising revenue and potential for revenue growth and duration of contract.
Maintain and update relevant customer/geographic/industry specific company sales presentations.
Day to day strategic business development activities focused on growing revenue through focused ‘upselling’ of company services with Strategic Accounts.
Working with Leadership team to implement develop and maintain sales plan initiatives, marketing plans and networking activities to exceed revenue objectives.
Designing and developing pricing models and project implantation flow charts.
Working with Operations team provide direction and support during customer onboarding.
Manage assigned budgets, pricing and manage and update customer contracts and pricing.
Conduct regular meetings with relevant company teams to provide forecasts on service demands.
Identify target strategic accounts and create and implement a plan to acquire and develop targeted strategic accounts to drive revenue and profit growth.
Collaborating with prospects and Internal managers and measure, research, design, create new product/service solutions and product/service improvements.
Prospect and develop new accounts with service partners/Company champions.
Provide monthly sales report
In Co-ordination with IT department keep current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
Flexible to communicate with customers in different time zones.

Education Training:

Bachelors Degree plus 5 years related sales experience in International Markets
Effective leadership/motivation, organisational skills
Strategic thinker with strong planning and ability to work cross functionally and interact effectively with a diverse customer audience.
Proven track record in exceeding sales targets
Knowledge and experience in Supply Chain industry/ Engineering / Finance
Strong interpersonal and networking skills
Excellent presentation & communication skills
Good financial management skills
Willingness to travel 20%-30% as needed.

*Be sure to include your email address and phone number in your application&

Skills:
International Markets Leadership Organisational skills Supply Chain Interpersonal Engineering Finance

Financial Services Administrator

A renowned Financial Services company is seeking to appoint an administrator who will join their Business Operations team. They are looking for a skilled Sales Support Administrator to aid its sales team with routine administrative functions. In this role, you will be responsible for administering a portfolio of Life and Pensions business focussing on customer servicing processes.

The Offer:

This role will allow for genuine opportunity & growth!
A 20 hour working week
10am to 2pm – Monday to Friday

Sales Support Administrator Responsibilities:

Answering and screening internal and external phone calls and emails.
Scheduling appointments for the sales team
Maintaining and updating sales, and customer records.
Keeping track of the sales team’s communication with customers.
Preparing and filing sales contracts, agreements and compliance documents.
Liaising with other departments on administrative matters of mutual importance.
Performing research toward identifying potential sales leads and pitches.
Keep in-house database updated, and information is managed correctly
Work with and liaise with various Insurance companies and ensure that Administration support is available
Provide support to the Sales Team, and assist as required

Sales Support Administrator Requirements:

Demonstrable experience in sales support administration, or similar.
In-depth knowledge of administrative recordkeeping practices.
Familiarity with sales contracts and agreements.
Comfortable using internal systems / databases – ideally within a Finance / Insurance area.
Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as customer service skills.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and a proactive approach toward problem-solving.
Excellent attention-to-detail, strong Microsoft skills (especially Excel) and can work well in a busy team environment.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

Experience in financial services administration and have a strong understanding of customer needs.
Successfully completed some modules with a view to obtaining QFA or APA would be a distinct advantage.
In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and regulatory requirements.
A positive & proactive attitude and also be able to work on one’s own initiative.

A competitive salary is on offer for this role based on your experience & knowledge.

Senior Application Development Analyst (Senior AWS Engineer) with really strong Python and AWS required by our client a leading Financial Services company based in Waterford City. This flexible hybrid working role will be based at our state-of-the-art office in Waterford, Ireland. The Engineer will report to the Associate Director of Software Engineering and occasionally to appropriate Engineering Directors.

As a Senior Software Engineer in the company’s Agile Excellence Domain, you will be part of our exciting journey as we embark on a multi-year transformation to a Digital Enterprise with a focus on driving forward new ways of working, bringing Business, IT and Operations closer together in delivering Client Value.

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer, with Full Stack AWS and .NET experience, who will primarily be responsible for the provision of AWS services between our applications and the backend. You will work with other developers to deliver enterprise applications in an agile environment.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the technical / systems analysis, design, development, unit testing, system integration testing, implementation and support of software applications, using existing and emerging technology platforms.
Collaborate with IT, work with the business to obtain the necessary clarity of the requirements at a function point context. Work with project managers, sponsors and other stakeholders to develop and plan technical strategies, agree upon project priorities and deliver applications that support business requirements. Also responsible for the Systems integration testing of applications prior to code release to Quality Assurance.
Lead end to end delivery of highly complex / multiple domains.
Work on multiple large or complex projects.
Manage complex intergroup issues and resolutions.
Articulate and communicates the overall solution.
Approve technical and functional documentation.
Understand the impact of integrating third party solutions to overall systems architecture.
Direct process for determining Deliverables, resources, and schedules.
Ensure that technical components adhere to technical standards and guidelines.
Define resource requirements and allocations, monitor and improves quality, and ensure ‘best practice’ development techniques.
Work closely with client departments in development and implementation of application programs having direct impact on the business.
Work closely with third party technology vendors to trouble shoot complex technical issues.
Contribute to the development of client strategies at the project level.
Understand industry trends and practices for areas of domain expertise.
Contribute to the development of firm and industry standards and supports adoption of best practices.
Manage risk, planning, and mitigation across supported applications and impacted areas.
Provide functional / technical leadership to own team and to other teams.
Direct, motivate and develop staff, maximizing their individual contribution and their ability to function effectively with their team.

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Sciences or related field.
7+ years of software engineering experience.
4+ years of experience using Python and AWS Lambda essential to this role
4+ years of experience in the following AWS technologies:
- Dynamo DB.

- Even -driven server less computing Lambda.
- S3 Storage bucket and policies.
- SNS and SQS.
4+ years of commercial application developer experience in C#, ASP .Net or Java.

Experience with integrating databases/services on premise with the cloud.
Excellent knowledge in T-SQL stored procedure on MS SQL.
Familiarity with modern frontend frameworks using JavaScript and React.
Experience in Message framework like NServiceBus, Masstransit or equivalent.
Experience with integrating on-perm database services with Cloud or Hybrid datacenter model.
Comfortable with Test driven development using mocking frameworks and libraries, e.g., Mog, NUnit, SpecFlow etc.
Proficiency in Linux, Container-based virtualized deployment- e.g., Docker (AMI), ECS and ECR.
IT experience and/or understanding the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with strong Agile/ SCRUM experience.
An effective communicator at all levels, in both structured and non-hierarchical, informal structures.
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Desired

Experience with AWS API Gateway.
Knowledge of AWS Cognito.
Experience with CloudWatch (or similar monitoring tool/service).
Experience in CI/CD DevOps.
Familiarity with ECS/EKS/AWS Fargate.
Understanding of IAM, CloudWatch, AWS Glue.
Using messaging framework like NServiceBus, Masstransit or equivalent advantageous.

Injection Moulding Technician for leading medical devices company based in Waterford City. Working as part of a team on a fixed shift pattern, either the Front End Days shift: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and every second Sunday OR Front End Nights: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every second Saturday.

Key Responsibilities and End Results:

Provides technical support and leadership on production/processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most efficient manner for new and existing moulding processes.
Oversight for Injection moulding process start up, process monitoring during running and shutdown in a safe manner to achieve production targets for quality product (customer volume, yield, scrap and material cost).
Take ownership for process escalations for injection moulding to ensure action is taken to troubleshoot & resolve issues in a timely manner using systematic approach to ‘root cause’ problem solving.
Ensure tool set-up & changeover activities are optimised to meet production targets.
Support process engineer in the development of new processes set up, Proof of concept & validation runs for existing and new production & prototype tools.
Ensure completion and accuracy of required documentation in the manufacturing area from all operation team supporting injection moulding.
Support continuous improvement projects using ‘Decoupled’ process & lean tools to optimise injection moulding performance and improve reliability.
Ensure personnel are distributed as per planning from Team Leader / Shift Manager.
Ownership for updating the visual area board, shift handover meeting and operational workbook- assuming responsibilities of Team Leader / Shift Manager when necessary.
Work with quality personnel to rectify any issues promptly.
Comply with the EHS & cGMP policies and procedures, leading safety audits, 5S & cGMP activities online.
Where appropriate support the development of documentation, training and work instruction activities within injection moulding. Support cross training of personnel across Injection moulding programmes site wide. Ensure skills & knowledge gained through Process training are applied consistently.
Support all company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
Ensure ongoing compliance with GMP in all practices, recording of events and processes.
Ensure compliance with all learnings from all GMP training events.
Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position.

Job Specifications:

Leaving Certificate or equivalent, 3rd level NCEA Level 6 (Mechanical / plastics engineering) or equivalent preferable.
5 Years + experience of injection moulding, preferably Healthcare with high volume automation desirable.
Experience of mould set up and working with a wide variety of plastics and mould types.
Additional specialist industry standard ‘process technician training’ desirable.

Skills/Attributes:

Excellent IT, Communication and Interpersonal skills.
Capable of running injection moulding equipment & completion of accurate documentation.
Ability to work on own initiative.
Good mechanical & process aptitude.

Administrator with Logistics

Full time permanent role for an experienced Office Administrator with Logistics in large FMCG Company based in Waterford City. Working as part of the Admin & European Logistics department, this role is heavily focussed on the administration side of logistics.

Responsibilities will include:

Preparing sales documentation to accompany our deliveries.
Planning and coordinating deliveries throughout Europe.
Booking cold store slots and hauliers.
Instructing the cold store of the products to load.
Recording products and quantities that loaded.
Communicating with all members of the team in the logistics, sales and finance functions.
Entering data into our ERP/accounts system.

Required Skills:

Have ability to work on their own initiative and within a team.
Be reliable.
Be organised.
Be efficient.
Possess excellent administration skills with a focus on attention to detail.
Possess the ability to prioritise.
Be capable of working in a busy environment.
Have strong Microsoft outlook and excel skills.
Be a good communicator (spoken and written)
Immediate availability.