Moulding Machine Operator

Job title:

Moulding Operator

Department:

Production

Reports to:

Shift Supervisor

Level:

Entry Level

Location:

Leixlip, Co. Kildare

Working pattern:

Full time, 12hr shift based work – a combination of days & nights

Date created/revised:

12.Jun.26

Validated by:

HR

Purpose of the job

Ensures the quality of the parts produced are to customer standards by inspecting parts visually and through measuring devices; ensures the quantity of parts produced are packed accordingly and to a high standard, completes documentation throughout the shift in line with GDocP.

Key responsibilities

Area of responsibility 1:

Ensures the quality of the parts produced by inspecting parts visually and through measuring devices; records measurement information and alerts appropriate personnel of any deviations from the customer specification or part print and checks part counts by weighing them; sets scale and verifies scale accuracy

Area of responsibility 2:

Indicates the status of the part (Accept/Reject) according to proper procedure and specifications; packages parts per customer specification and places finished product in correct location.

Area of responsibility 3:

Completes machine report on a daily basis; records machine shot counts, press scrap, machine cycle time and daily production

Area of responsibility 4:

Uses and understands statistical process control; monitors the quality of the product through Statistical Process Control (SPC), including the input of data into the computer

Area of responsibility 5:

Adhere to all safety precautions with machinery, tools, and devices, including use of relevant personal protective equipment (e.g. gown, cap, safety shoes, etc.) and maintains methods/procedures and all supporting documentation to meet the requirements of Quality Systems ISO9001:2000, ISO13485 and Environmental Management Systems ISO14001

Required qualifications, skills and experience

Essential criteria

Previous relevant experience working in a manufacturing environment

Ability to work a 4 cycle shift roster/pattern

Qualifications

n/a

Experience

Previous experience in a GMP environment

Proficiency in MS Office tools

Knowledge/skills

Ability to multitask

Strong communication skills

Strong health & safety awareness

Desirable criteria

Previous relevant manufacturing experience

A certificate in health & safety an advantage

Competencies and behaviours

Competency 1: Technical

Equipment operation, digital literacy

Competency 2: Compliance

Safety first mindset, regulatory understanding and adherence, equipment maintenance

Competency 3: Teamwork

Attention to detail, dependability, accuracy, adaptability and collaboration

Competency 4: Physical

Continuous movement during shifts involving standing, walking and bending.  Material manipulation – moving, lifting and positioning loads up to designated weight limits using mechanical assistance when required.  Spatial navigation – manoeuvring equipment & loads precisely through narrow aisles and high traffic zones.

Decision-making authority

Decision-making responsibility 1:

Physical movement of materials, inventory and packing 

Decision-making responsibility 2:

Ensuring accurate maintenance of inventory via the ERP system.

Decision-making responsibility 3:

Reporting of any health & safety or compliance issues to management when they occur

Key relationships

Internal: Production, Shift Supervisor, Warehouse Operators, Warehouse Supervisor

External: Delivery drivers

Physical/environmental demands

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and heavy machinery

• Required to work in a warehouse environment and wear appropriate PPE as required

• May occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.  

• The noise level is usually loud.

Basic salary and complementary and variable pay components

Basic salary range:

€29,970.63

Complementary and variable pay components:

€36,863.88 inclusive of shift & Sunday premium. 

Equal opportunities statement

MGS is committed to ensuring equal pay for equal work and work of equal value between women and men. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and that each worker feels respected and able to give their best. The job requirements and salary range for this job have been established through a gender-neutral job evaluation and classification process. This process objectively assesses the skills, responsibility, effort and working conditions required for each job. This systematic approach ensures fair pay regardless of who performs the work. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race or ethnicity, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.

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