Primary Role Objective(s)
To carry out all activities assigned to ensure that production targets in terms of quality, safety, quantity, and volume are attained.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
Perform all duties assigned by Team/Testing/Unit/ Leader/ Manufacturing Manager.
Carry out the following operations in the relevant production areas / work centers:
filling
packing
kit packing/labelling
service centers
computer application activity
Component inspections
Surface cleaning
Collection of quality records
Non-Inventory material checks
Staging of equipment
Complete and comply with all documentation as required in the process.
Adhere to all Good Manufacturing requirements.
Ensure that all duties are carried out in a safe manner.
Training of new employees.
Adhere to all relevant Operating Procedures.
Revising OP's and other documentation as appropriate.
Assist in and become involved in cost saving ideas
Perform line clearances and line close outs.
Perform computer applications as required.
Partake in project work, such as product transfers, validation of facilities, equipment or processes and other relevant operations/quality improvement projects/programs.
Complete all activities in a safe manner ensuring that any potential safety issues and areas of improvement are highlighted to Team Leader / Manager.
Ensure environmental procedures e.g. recycling, waste minimization are adhered to, and improvements are made where possible.
Qualifications
Interpersonal Skills
Ability to interact in a friendly, cooperative manner with other departments within the plant and members of various teams.
Problem Solving
Some work activities happen in an environment which is not constantly supervised.
Diagnostic Assistants are expected to handle all day-to-day manufacturing issues; however, if a major problem occurs, they will confer with a Team /Testing/Unit/Shift Leader/ Manufacturing Manager.
Accountability
Individuals are responsible for ensuring that proper procedures are adhered to; failure to do so could result in financial losses, customer complaints, ultimately product recalls and significant financial losses.
Scope of Authority
Individuals are given authority to carry out their duties without constant supervision
Formal goals are reviewed on a regular basis and formal performance reviews are carried out once per year.
Education
Minimum: Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard of education is required, and/or 7 years relevant manufacturing work experience.
Experience
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential as Diagnostic Assistants are accompanied until certified as competent with tasks preformed