Shift Team Lead (Day shift, 12 month FTC)

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. By harnessing the Danaher Business System (DBS), you’ll help turn ideas into impact—innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision making—we are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

You will be responsible for driving day‑to‑day manufacturing execution by coordinating a production team to deliver safe, high‑quality, on‑time products with strong productivity performance. Acting as a key partner to the Supervisor and Production Leadership, this role ensures operational discipline, team engagement, and compliance with regulatory and quality standards—while supporting a positive, high‑performing shopfloor culture.

This position reports to the Senior Manager, Productions Operations and is part of the Production Operations team located just outside Tulla in Lismeehan, O'Callahan's Mills, Co. Clare and will be an on‑site role.

For advertising purposes only, the position is titled Shift Team Lead. If selected, your official and internal job title will be Advanced Coordinator

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Coordinate and lead production team activities to achieve key SQDP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity) metrics, working autonomously within established procedures and practices

• Manages daily Tier 1 and Tier 2 performance management, including tracking, reporting, and escalating KPIs as required

• Create a positive employee environment by promoting engagement, clear communication, accountability, and adherence to Beckman Coulter values

• Ensure quality and GMP standards are met, clearly communicated, and embedded in daily work practices

• Prioritise and allocate work effectively to meet customer demand and production schedules

• Review and issue BHRs and associated documentation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely booking of production activities

• Support compliance activities, including time & attendance accuracy, annual leave management, deviation support, NCPR closures, and customer complaint investigations

• Maintain strong regulatory and audit readiness, supporting GMP, Quality Systems, and site compliance expectations

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent with 6+ years relevant experience

• Demonstrated experience working in a manufacturing or regulated production environment (e.g., medical devices, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals)

• Developed expertise in a variety of operational work processes, typically developed through job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience.

• Proficient in operating systems such as Microsoft Windows, including knowledge of navigating file systems and basic use of Word and Excel packages.

• Strong knowledge of Quality Systems.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical / Environmental Requirements

• No routine travel required

• Manufacturing environment with standard regulated cleanroom / production floor conditions

• Ability to lift, move, or carry materials and equipment in line with site manual handling guidelines

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Supporting deviations, NCPRs, or customer complaint investigations in a regulated environment

• Demonstrated capability in problem solving is an advantage such as exposure to Danaher Business System (DBS) or other continuous improvement / tiered management systems

• Proven experience coordinating or supporting daily production activities, including KPI tracking and tiered management routines

• Working knowledge of GMP and Quality System requirements, with experience handling production documentation (e.g., BHRs)

• Proficiency using manufacturing or business systems (e.g., ERP, QMS, or production reporting tools)

• Experience using Oracle or an equivalent ERP system is an advantage.

Benefits

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support life beyond the job. From health care to paid time off, our programs add value at every stage of life.