Production Operator at Surmodics

Ballinasloe, County Galway, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Medical Devices, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Pass leaving cert, ideally with previous experience in a regulated production environment
  • Must be able to accurately follow work instructions and procedures
  • A good team player who works well in a small team environment
  • Attention to detail is essential in the performance of all duties
  • Good interpersonal skills, builds effective relationships with employees in other Depts, i.e. Technicians and Engineers
  • A self-starter takes initiative in the performance of their duties
  • Gradually gains more knowledge of the regulatory environment in which the business operates

Responsibilities

  • Meet required production outputs in terms of quality and quantity ensuring customer expectations are met
  • Follow written instructions in full while performing all tasks ensuring that all paperwork is completed and signed off appropriately
  • Complete all required documentation accurately, clearly, and completely in line with specific procedures and GMP & GDP standards
  • Train on multiple steps and rotate between tasks as required/directed
  • Integrate into the production team, exercise a high level of attention in performing all tasks
  • Contribute improvement ideas and participate in continuous improvement activities
  • Check products passing through workstations on the production line to confirm they are properly assembled, highlight and remove any defective products
  • Set up equipment and operate test equipment on line

Skills

production assembly
GMP
GDP
quality control
equipment setup
test equipment operation
continuous improvement

Surmodics

Provides components for diagnostics and medical devices

About Surmodics

Surmodics specializes in providing essential components for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) products and advanced coatings for medical devices. Their IVD offerings include a variety of products such as protein stabilizers, diluents, blockers, substrates, and antibodies, which are vital for creating sensitive immunoassays that detect substances in biological samples. Surmodics also develops advanced coatings for medical devices, including lubricious and hemocompatible coatings, and is known for creating the drug delivery coating for the first drug-eluting stent. The company collaborates closely with clients to accelerate product development and commercialization, which helps them meet market demands quickly. Surmodics stands out from competitors through its strong focus on client collaboration and rapid product development, aiming to support the healthcare and biotechnology sectors effectively.

Eden Prairie, MinnesotaHeadquarters
1979Year Founded
$125MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Performance Bonus
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity
Stock Options

Risks

GTCR acquisition may disrupt operations or client relationships.
Becoming privately held could reduce transparency and investor confidence.
New thrombectomy systems face competition, potentially impacting market share.

Differentiation

Surmodics excels in advanced coatings for medical devices, enhancing device performance.
The company offers a comprehensive range of IVD products for sensitive immunoassays.
Surmodics' expertise in drug-delivery coatings is unmatched, proven by the first drug-eluting stent.

Upsides

Surmodics' acquisition by GTCR could accelerate growth and innovation.
The launch of Pounce Thrombectomy Systems addresses rising peripheral artery disease cases.
Surmodics' SurVeil DCB shows promising results, boosting its vascular intervention portfolio.

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