Posted 16 July, 2026
Production Operator - Fixed Term
Merck & Co., Inc.
Tipperary, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 652273502
Job Description
Our Ballydine Site in Tipperary are looking for a dedicated and flexible Production Operator to join our manufacturing division on a fixed-term basis. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission of using leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world.
The positions are within manufacturing, and applicants must be open to working a 24/5 or 24/7 shift pattern.
Successful applicants will be expected to be flexible across all operations on site as required to meet demand volumes. Applicants should have an understanding of Quality/cGMPs, Safety, and Environmental regulations that impact production.
Factory floor experience in the manufacture of OSD (Oral Solid Dose) tablet products is required. Experience with pharmaceutical spray coating processes and equipment is preferred.
Responsibilities
Bring energy, knowledge, innovation and leadership to carry out the following:
Qualifications
Required
Preferred
Within our Company in Ireland, we work at the forefront of science and technology to advance manufacturing excellence and R&D across our Irish sites and global company network. We're always looking to make a difference for people, patients, and communities - from our Company in Ireland to the world.
Our Commitment to Ireland:
Ireland is one of the Ireland's leading healthcare companies, having first established here over 50 years ago. We have a dynamic and diverse team of over 3,000 employees currently working across seven sites in Ballydine, Co Tipperary, Brinny, Co Cork, Dunboyne, Co Meath, Carlow, and Dublin, where, in addition, operate substantial Human Health and Animal Health businesses. Through our long-standing footprint in Ireland and over $6 billion invested across our Irish operations, our Irish sites manufacture many of our Company's top products, helping save and enhance lives in over 140 countries around the world.
First established in 1976, our Ballydine facility develops and supplies the active ingredients and final formulated product for a range of innovative medicines at its manufacturing and R&D facilities. Ballydine was our Company's first site in Ireland, the Ballydine site is our Company's primary small molecule pipeline commercialisation facility globally, operating as a European hub for quality, manufacturing, and engineering. Its highly skilled teams lead the way in the development of new medicines, including innovative treatments for Hepatitis C, HIV and immuno-oncology, the site exports to over 25 countries around the world.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.
Required Skills:
cGMP Documentation, cGMP Requirements, EHS Compliance, Oral Solid Dosage, SOP Compliance, Tableting, Tablet Manufacturing
Preferred Skills:
Current Employees apply HERE
Current Contingent Workers apply HERE
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully
Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Employee Status:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
1st - Day, 2nd - Evening, 3rd - Night
Valid Driving License:
Yes
Hazardous Material(s):
NA
Job Posting End Date:
08/1/2026
*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
Our Ballydine Site in Tipperary are looking for a dedicated and flexible Production Operator to join our manufacturing division on a fixed-term basis. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission of using leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world.
The positions are within manufacturing, and applicants must be open to working a 24/5 or 24/7 shift pattern.
Successful applicants will be expected to be flexible across all operations on site as required to meet demand volumes. Applicants should have an understanding of Quality/cGMPs, Safety, and Environmental regulations that impact production.
Factory floor experience in the manufacture of OSD (Oral Solid Dose) tablet products is required. Experience with pharmaceutical spray coating processes and equipment is preferred.
Responsibilities
Bring energy, knowledge, innovation and leadership to carry out the following:
- Working on the factory floor in the manufacture of OSD (Oral Solid Dose) tablet products
- Completing material movements
- Subdividing materials for different pack sizes
- Loading and unloading material into vessels
- GMP cleaning of the equipment and the facility
- Operating production equipment
- Equipment disassembly and set-up for processing and cleaning
- Carrying out process control monitoring checks
Qualifications
Required
- Leaving Certificate or equivalent
- Factory floor experience in the manufacture of OSD (Oral Solid Dose) tablet products
- An understanding of Quality/cGMPs, Safety, and Environmental regulations that impact production
- Demonstrated communication skills and a proven track record of effective team working
- Demonstrated safety focus
- Knowledge of Area Standard Operating Procedures and GMP
- An inclusive, motivated team player
Preferred
- Knowledge of high potency products and processes
- Knowledge and experience of pharmaceutical spray coating processes and equipment
Within our Company in Ireland, we work at the forefront of science and technology to advance manufacturing excellence and R&D across our Irish sites and global company network. We're always looking to make a difference for people, patients, and communities - from our Company in Ireland to the world.
Our Commitment to Ireland:
Ireland is one of the Ireland's leading healthcare companies, having first established here over 50 years ago. We have a dynamic and diverse team of over 3,000 employees currently working across seven sites in Ballydine, Co Tipperary, Brinny, Co Cork, Dunboyne, Co Meath, Carlow, and Dublin, where, in addition, operate substantial Human Health and Animal Health businesses. Through our long-standing footprint in Ireland and over $6 billion invested across our Irish operations, our Irish sites manufacture many of our Company's top products, helping save and enhance lives in over 140 countries around the world.
First established in 1976, our Ballydine facility develops and supplies the active ingredients and final formulated product for a range of innovative medicines at its manufacturing and R&D facilities. Ballydine was our Company's first site in Ireland, the Ballydine site is our Company's primary small molecule pipeline commercialisation facility globally, operating as a European hub for quality, manufacturing, and engineering. Its highly skilled teams lead the way in the development of new medicines, including innovative treatments for Hepatitis C, HIV and immuno-oncology, the site exports to over 25 countries around the world.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.
Required Skills:
cGMP Documentation, cGMP Requirements, EHS Compliance, Oral Solid Dosage, SOP Compliance, Tableting, Tablet Manufacturing
Preferred Skills:
Current Employees apply HERE
Current Contingent Workers apply HERE
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully
Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Employee Status:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
1st - Day, 2nd - Evening, 3rd - Night
Valid Driving License:
Yes
Hazardous Material(s):
NA
Job Posting End Date:
08/1/2026
*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
