Senior Line Operator - Automated Medical Devices

Thornton Tomasetti; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Kilkenny is seeking a Lead Operator to ensure production targets and schedules are met for the line. You will coordinate workflow, provide training and support, and resolve problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires experience in highly automated, high-volume production settings, and the ability to read and follow written English instructions. Collaboration with internal teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum education - Leaving Certificate.
• Experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in a Senior Operator role.
• Experience in a highly automated, high volume manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in medical device, pharma, automotive, tech, or food industries preferred.
• Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Multi-tasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinates aspects of the production area workflow to meet Master Schedule requirements.
• Coordinates work assignments within the production department that includes training, technical support and/or process/trouble shooting support.
• Works with internal resources to resolve problems.
• As the Process Line SME, represents production on projects when needed and trains other employees when necessary.
• Responsible for the startup and shutdown of their line or area.
• Coordinates break schedules and assists with machine operation during breaks.
• Assembles, repairs, inspects and/or tests products following written instructions.
• Set up and operates a variety of manufacturing machines or equipment following written instructions in English.
• Record information on approved documents.
• Solves a wide range of complex problems requiring advanced interpretation of generally defined procedures and practices.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

High-volume manufacturing

Medical devices

Teamwork

Education

Leaving Certificate

Job description

Abbott in Kilkenny is seeking a Lead Operator to ensure production targets and schedules are met for the line. You will coordinate workflow, provide training and support, and resolve problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires experience in highly automated, high-volume production settings, and the ability to read and follow written English instructions. Collaboration with internal teams is essential.