Manufacturing Operator

Manufacturing Operator – LimerickReports To: Production Team Leader A manufacturing operator at Stryker Limerick is appointed to perform the activities associated with the specific SOP’s for the purpose of manufacturing, inspection or packaging of Medical Devices at Stryker Limerick. As business requirements change, employees are expected to be flexible and can move throughout the facility. Therefore multi skilling of the workforce is required. Specific tasks may require specific skills. These include the following:Hand SkillsMachining – semi automatic/automaticCNC Machining – Milling and or TurningProduct InspectionGeneral DutiesX-RayZyglo – Non Destructive TestingBead ApplicationCasting / Shell MakingClean room / PackagingWarehousing/Stores dutiesPerformance MeasuresKnowledge and skill is measured by the proficiency demonstrated during training. This measure is assessed by a skills trainer before final signoff of a training record. The effectiveness of the training is subsequently measured through the following performance indicators:Unit quantity per hour / shiftFirst Pass Yield5 Pillar ScoreEHS Audit / ScoreLine Clearance Audit ScoreCell ShutdownsLead TimeCustomer ServiceThe following are the core competencies required irrespective of job specific duties:PPE (Personal Protective Clothing) RequirementsProduct KnowledgeCompliance and understanding of the required / associated Standard Operating Procedure and EHS requirements for the process5 Pillar StandardsLine Clearance RequirementsQuality Acceptance CriteriaScrap/ Product Disposition ProcedureRework ProcedureDevice Defect AwarenessBar Coding Scanning SystemKey Areas Of ResponsibilityThe key responsibilities for manufacturing operatives are defined as:The ability to demonstrate safe working practices, correct use of equipment, product verification and the adherence to EHS, line clearance and 5 pillars compliance.Qualifications & Skills: Leaving Certificate or equivalent is required (recognition of prior learning is also considered).12 months experience in a regulated manufacturing machine environment is preferred but not essential.Proven Handcraft Skills & Strong Mechanical aptitudeTechnical drawing and experience in the use of measuring equipment an advantage.Good Communication Skills.Experience in GMP environment is preferred but not essential.Basic PC skills necessary.Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplined team.Good timekeeping and attendance essential.* This role is initially a 12 month fixed term contract