Industrial Electrician / Automation Technician

Join Our High Tech Engineering Team!Are you a skilled Industrial Electrician or Automation Technician looking for a stable and rewarding career in a high-tech production environment? Do you want to work with state-of-the-art automation and electrical systems while having the opportunity to develop your skills towards leadership?We are looking for highly motivated professionals to strengthen our technical team. We offer a dynamic work environment, modern technology, and a strong team culture where your expertise will make a real difference!In C&D Foods, we take pride in creating high-quality pet food that customers and pet owner’s trust. As a key member of our engineering team, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining our commitment to excellence, ensuring that every product meets the highest food safety and quality standards.You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative work environment, where innovation, continuous improvement, and teamwork are at the heart of what we do.ABOUT THE ROLE:Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor the primary focus of this role will be to work within a team of multi-skilled technicians, apprentices and contractors to maintain, install and improve the performance of processing equipment across the kitchen, filling, packing and site services.Other functions of the role will be to be proactive and carry out corrective work orders. You will also cover maintenance issues and breakdowns. Key tasks will include further developing the maintenance schedule (PM strategy) by providing feedback on tasks. Additionally, you will use continuous improvement techniques to promote world-class engineering standards via our in-house process control system. Liaising with other internal departments to update necessary documentation will also be part of your responsibilities.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and automation systems in our production facilityPerform preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimize downtimeIdentify and implement improvements in automation and electrical systemsWork closely with production teams to ensure smooth operationsFollow health & safety regulations and our high food safety quality standardsKEY PERFORMANCE METRICS:Machine uptime and production efficiencyResponse time to technical issuesSuccessful completion of maintenance and repair tasksImplementation of process improvementsAdherence to health & safety and food safety quality standardsPERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:Certified Industrial Electrician or Automation Technician (or similar technical background)Experience with PLC systems, automation, and industrial electrical installationsStrong problem-solving skills and ability to work independentlyA proactive team player with a structured and solution-oriented mindsetOpen to learning and growing into a leadership role in the futureWHAT WE OFFER:Competitive salary and benefits packageWork schedule: 3x12-hour shifts with 4 days off (nightshift)Opportunities for professional growth and leadership developmentA strong, supportive team culture in a growing industryWork with modern technology and automation solutions HOW TO APPLY:If you are ready to launch your career into the Pet Food manufacturing business and contribute to a forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in the position.For more information about the position, you are welcome to contact Technical Engineering Manager Aaron Bellis, Aaron.Bellis@cdfoods.com, +45 27 79 10 91.We kindly request that you do not send applications by any means other than via our website.Join us at C&D Foods Denmark and play a key role in shaping the future of our business and workforce. Together, we can create a learning environment that inspires excellence and innovation. C&D Foods is one of Europe’s leading own label pet food manufacturers producing a range of wet and dry pet foods. Part of The APB Food Group, C&D Foods has grown to become one of the industry’s leading pet food producers. C&D Foods has 9 production facilities across 7 Countries (Ireland, the UK, France, Denmark, Austria, Spain, and The Netherlands) and 2 sales offices located in Manchester and Italy. C&D Foods’ Headquarters is in Mullingar, County Westmeath.