Operations Engineer: Lean, Digital Manufacturing & Materials

MSD; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD in Ireland is seeking an Operations Engineer to optimise materials flow, equipment availability, and data integrity across Pharm Ops campaigns. You will ensure on-time material transfer, support production scheduling, and drive continuous improvements with Lean tools.

You will also lead digital initiatives using Power BI and O365, maintain GMP compliance, and collaborate across functions to deliver production readiness and scheduling efficiency.

Qualifications

• Hold a third-level qualification in Manufacturing, Engineering or Science, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is advantageous.
• Interest/experience in digital tools (Power BI, Spotfire, O365) is preferred.
• Knowledge of SAP/MES is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Material management: plan delivery of materials to shopfloor to meet production schedules.
• Equipment management: support daily production and minimize downtime.
• Lead small improvement projects to meet IPT targets using Lean tools.
• Support Pharma Ops model areas and 12-week sprint initiatives.
• Act as Operations Digital Visual Factory lead: promote paperless operations and digitisation.
• Manage standard work boards and assist in deviations and GMP activities.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean manufacturing

Data integrity

Project management

Influencing skills

Education

Bachelor Equivalent in Manufacturing/Engineering/Science

Tools

Power BI

Spotfire

Office 365

SAP/MES

Job description

MSD in Ireland is seeking an Operations Engineer to optimise materials flow, equipment availability, and data integrity across Pharm Ops campaigns. You will ensure on-time material transfer, support production scheduling, and drive continuous improvements with Lean tools.

You will also lead digital initiatives using Power BI and O365, maintain GMP compliance, and collaborate across functions to deliver production readiness and scheduling efficiency.