Production Operator (day shift)

1710 embecta Medical I LLC; Holdrege (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & benefits

Health coverage & retirement plans

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive onboarding and training

Job summary

embecta is hiring a Production Operator at the Holdrege, Nebraska facility. You’ll support the manufacturing process for insulin delivery syringes, following 12-hour day shifts in a 24/7 operation.

Focus on quality, safety, and teamwork as you work across molding, assembly, packaging or warehouse roles. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year of equipment experience, and a detail-oriented, safety-minded approach.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required and attention to detail in quality checks.
• Comfortable using computers and basic software like Microsoft Office.
• Reliable, organized and safety-focused with strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate molding, assembly, packaging or warehouse equipment and setup as needed.
• Inspect products and perform in-process checks to meet quality standards.
• Complete inspection and quality documentation accurately.
• Move raw materials and finished products as required within the facility.
• Maintain safe operating procedures to ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety mindset

PPE comprehension

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

embecta is a global medical device company with a 100-year legacy in insulin delivery and diabetes care. Driven by innovation, purpose, and a commitment to improving lives, we are expanding our portfolio of solutions to serve even more patients, healthcare providers, and communities around the world.

Why Join embecta?

At embecta, we do work that matters. As part of our manufacturing team, you play a direct role in supporting the lives of 30 million people who rely on our products every day. Your contributions help ensure patients have access to high-quality products that enable them to manage chronic conditions and live with fewer limitations.

As a Production Operator in our advanced Holdrege manufacturing facility, you’ll help build life-changing insulin delivery syringes that support and positively impact millions globally. This is work that matters—and we’ll make sure you’re supported every step of the way.

The Holdrege manufacturing facility runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, producing 2.3 billion medical devices annually. Our team includes approximately 450 people across our operation on both day and night shifts. We are currently hiring for production operators for 12 hour day shift.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive pay & benefits
• Health coverage & retirement plans
• Paid time off to recharge
• Career growth opportunities
• A team that values your impact
• Comprehensive onboarding and training program
• Ready to make a difference?

What Does a Production Operator Do?

As a Production Operator, you’ll be at the heart of our manufacturing process. Here’s what your typical day might look like:

• Gown up with the required PPE (personal protective equipment) and safety shoes.
• Start your shift by checking in with your team and reviewing the day’s goals.
• Depending on whether you work in Molding, Assembly, Packaging or Warehouse, you will set up and operate the relevant machines and equipment that mold, assemble and package our insulin syringes.
• Regularly throughout your shift, you will inspect the products and perform in-process checks to ensure products meet our high quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Completing inspection and quality documentation is the norm in a highly regulated medical devices facility and will be a critical part of your role.
• At times, you will move raw material supplies and finished products to the necessary locations in the facility.
• You will continually monitor the equipment for output and issues and help problem-solve efficiently and quickly should something go wrong.
• You will work as part of a highly engaged team to keep everything running smoothly and safely, with safety being your highest priority.

Paperwork Matters. In this role, accurate paperwork is essential. It helps us prove our products are safe, meet our regulatory requirements and ensures we can trace and fix any issues quickly. If you're detail-oriented and like doing things right, this is the job for you!

What You Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 1 year of experience working with or fixing manufacturing equipment
• Excellent attention to detail in reading and completing product quality checks and documentation.
• Comfortable using computers and basic software like Microsoft Office
• Good communication skills and a team-first attitude
• Reliable, organized, and ready to learn
• An innate focus on safety, naturally integrating safety considerations into your daily work and decision making

Join Us in Making a Difference

If you're ready to play a hands-on role in improving the lives of people with diabetes around the world, we want to hear from you.

embecta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At embecta, a career is more than a job, it is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of about 30 million people around the world who depend on our products to manage a chronic condition every single day. As we expand our capabilities, reach, and impact, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us.

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