Production Supervisor

Boston Scientific; Ireland; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Scientific in Cork is seeking a Production Supervisor (Evenings) on a permanent basis to lead and support manufacturing and quality engineering activities. You will work on process improvement, defect control, data analysis and operator training to ensure high-quality products for patients and customers.

Ideal candidates hold an Honors Bachelor Degree in engineering or science, with recent graduation or current final-year status, and any relevant co‑op experience.

Qualifications

• Honors Bachelor Degree (Level 8) in engineering or science.
• Ideally graduated within the past two years or currently in the final year.
• Relevant work experience or completion of a co‑op program.
• Eligible to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Identify and help control manufacturing process defects, including scrap, nonconforming material and customer complaints, by participating in teams focused on root cause identification and corrective and preventive actions.
• Query and bound data to support the implementation of complex changes and document release criteria, as required.
• Lead process improvement efforts by identifying methods to capture quality metrics and performing appropriate analyses to support sustaining product design and new product development.
• Support the creation of quality tools and training materials by understanding the limitations of existing resources and helping identify more effective solutions.
• Support manufacturing by training operators on processes and engineering changes and conducting operator certification, on-the-job training and testing.
• Build knowledge of manufacturing practices and procedures.
• Develop process improvement skills by supporting Engineering in researching and validating changes to processes, equipment and test methods to improve yield and/or reduce cycle time in accordance with established procedures.

Education

Honors Bachelor Degree (Level 8) in engineering or science

Job description

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Advancing possibilities for a brighter tomorrow

Boston Scientific is seeking a highly motivated Production Supervisor (Evenings) on a permanent basis to join our Cork team.

Job Purpose:

Build your engineering career by providing Process and Quality Engineering support to manufacturing, helping deliver high-quality products that make a meaningful difference for patients and customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and help control manufacturing process defects, including scrap, nonconforming material and customer complaints, by participating in teams focused on root cause identification and corrective and preventive actions.
• Query and bound data to support the implementation of complex changes and document release criteria, as required.
• Lead process improvement efforts by identifying methods to capture quality metrics and performing appropriate analyses to support sustaining product design and new product development.
• Support the creation of quality tools and training materials by understanding the limitations of existing resources and helping identify more effective solutions.
• Support manufacturing by training operators on processes and engineering changes and conducting operator certification, on-the-job training and testing.
• Build knowledge of manufacturing practices and procedures.
• Develop process improvement skills by supporting Engineering in researching and validating changes to processes, equipment and test methods to improve yield and/or reduce cycle time in accordance with established procedures.

Education & Experience:

• Hons Bachelor Degree (Level 8) in engineering or science.
• Ideally graduated within the past two years or currently in the final year of university.
• Relevant work experience or completion of a co‑op program.
• Eligible to work in Ireland.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem‑solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognise that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative. It is essential in advancing science for life and improving patient health. We stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Boston Scientific is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with a disability. Should you require a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail]