150 jobs announced at Sanmina Fermoy facility

Sanmina, a global provider of integrated electronic manufacturing solutions, has announced an expansion of its Fermoy medical facility in North Cork, expected to create up to 150 jobs.

Recruitment is already underway for the “highly skilled” new jobs, with the completed facility expansion opened yesterday by Taoiseach Micheál Martin.

The expansion to the site is expected to further enhance Sanmina’s capabilities for the finished medical device market.

The site includes advanced manufacturing capabilities, and its first new automation line is already installed and commissioned. The expansion will also include a new ISO8 clean room and several high-volume automation lines dedicated to producing wearable medical devices.

Mr Martin said: “Sanmina has been part of the community in Fermoy since 1989, home to its largest medical facility in Europe.

“This expansion is a strong vote of confidence in the skills, talent and ability of the workforce in Cork and beyond, and of Ireland’s continued attractiveness as a destination for international investment and a global leader in medical technology innovation.”

Sean Moran, SVP of IMS Europe at Sanmina, said: “This expansion underscores Sanmina’s long-term commitment to Fermoy and to Ireland as a centre of excellence for medical technology manufacturing.

“For over 36 years, our Fermoy site has been driven by exceptional talent and a strong culture of innovation and quality. That combination has been central to our success and to supporting the growth of our customers in the global medical device marketplace while creating high-quality employment and opportunity in the region.”

Mary Buckley, executive director of IDA Ireland added: “Sanmina provided significant employment in Fermoy for many decades.

“This expansion future proofs the site and demonstrates the company’s continued commitment to the Southwest Region. I wish to congratulate Sanmina and assure them of the continued partnership with IDA Ireland.”