Production Operator

Why Merit? At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world. SUMMARY OF DUTIES Performs any of a variety of medical assembly and processing tasks as a production team member. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED 1. Assembles medical products on an assembly operation, performing a variety of tasks on a rotating basis. 2. Ability to rotate through the assembly line. 3. Performs on-line and in-process visual inspection of products to ensure specifications per work order and procedure are followed. 4. Assists Team Leader and Technicians with product and/or machine change-overs. 5. Ensures product assembled meets quality standards. 6. Rejects product outside of specifications. 7. Adheres to safety standards. 8. May operate a variety of testing equipment required for periodic product and process testing. 9. Working overtime may be required for this position. 10. Performs other related tasks, as required. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. - local practice may apply. Writing Sitting Standing Bending Visual acuity Color perception Depth perception Reading Field of vision/peripheral Fine motor skills Noise Chemical vapors Soldering fumes SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must be able to read, write and speak English Demonstrates competencies and ability to rotate in a specific assembly line or work cell. Ability to perform a variety of assembly tasks requiring dexterity and fine motor skills. Ability to visually check work performed and identify whether a product has been assembled correctly. Ability to follow instructions in performing repetitive tasks. Attentiveness in performing tasks. Ability to work as a member of a team in assembling sterile medical products. Ability to meet line rate expectations. PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS Three months of experience, preferably in manufacturing. Three to six months of longevity in the same company. At the Corporate site, if the position is on a Spanish-language line, it is preferred that the individual be Spanish speaking or bilingual (English/Spanish). COMPETENCIES Medical product assembly/eye-hand coordination Assembly line rotation Quality inspection Computerized test equipment operation Key Benefits Attractive Salary package Defined Contribution Pension Plan Health Insurance Cover Life assurance Health & Wellbeing Events Calendar Excellent career progression opportunities Recognition scheme Free Parking Educational assistance Internal training courses Quality Subsidised Canteens & Barista Service Active Sports and Social Club We are Global Merit Medical Galway commenced with 22 employees in 1993. Since then Merit has enjoyed year on year revenue growth and developed its workforce to over 900 employees. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Merit maintains a diverse, multi-campus manufacturing footprint in Europe, North America, South America, Asia and Australia with a global distribution. Medtech Company of the Year Winner Merit Medical Galway are proud winners of the Medtech Company of the Year Award, a prestigious award recognizing those who are exceling in the MedTech industry. People Development At Merit Medical Galway almost 60% of all roles are filled by internal employees We focus on encouraging, believing in and providing a platform for you to progress your career Culture A supportive and collaborative environment make Merit Medical a friendly, enjoyable place to work. We are proud of our energetic and dynamic culture. Diversity & Inclusion is evident here with an 50/50 ratio of male and female employees as well as 30 nationalities onsite We value every employee as an individual. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.