Production Operator
We are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a Pharmaceutical organisation based in Carlow.
About the Role
As part of the IPT team, you will perform various production and operations related tasks as part of an empowered team to aid in the manufacture and reliable supply of product. Your primary objective will be to ensure that your work is consistently carried out in line with company requirements, focusing on compliance, safety, and reliable supply to our customers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Operate and/or monitor production activities and support equipment, using MES/DCS and PLC based systems, to ensure optimum equipment uptime and target outputs.
* Clean room cleaning, housekeeping, and materials management in all production areas while focusing on continuous process improvement using Lean Principles.
* Manage equipment flow, including tracking soiled and clean hold times, proper labelling, and inventory management of clean and sterile equipment using Kanbans and automated MES system to set QC status and expiry of sterile equipment.
* Maintain process equipment, completing preventative maintenance and equipment troubleshooting and repairs where qualified to perform tasks.
* Support continuous improvement by active participation in investigations and investigation reports, execution/development of change control, and contribution to Kaizen events and projects as appropriate.
* Perform root cause analysis, using standard tools and methods, to resolve system issues; implement subsequent corrective action through the change management system.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will require:
* Leaving Certificate, Apprenticeship, or Diploma preferred, ideally in a related discipline.
* Prior related work experience; ideally in a manufacturing, preferably GMP setting.
* Sterile filling processes and equipment experience beneficial.
Salary Information:
This is a salary-based position. The estimated salary for this role is between €40,000 - €55,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.