Production Operator
embecta Penel Irish Branch
Apply to this jobembecta is a global medical device company with a 100-year legacy in insulin delivery and diabetes care. Driven by innovation, purpose, and a commitment to improving lives, we are expanding our portfolio of solutions to serve even more patients, healthcare providers, and communities around the world.
Production Operator Holdrege, Nebraska | 24/7 operations, with 8- and 12-Hour Shifts | Regulated Medical Device Environment
Why Join embecta?
At embecta, we do work that matters. As part of our manufacturing team, you play a direct role in supporting the lives of 30 million people who rely on our products every day. Your contributions help ensure patients have access to high-quality products that enable them to manage chronic conditions and live with fewer limitations.
As a Production Operator in our advanced Holdrege manufacturing facility, you’ll help build life-changing insulin delivery syringes and alcohol swabs that support and positively impact millions globally. This is work that matters—and we’ll make sure you’re supported every step of the way.
The Holdrege manufacturing facility runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, producing 2.3 billion medical devices annually. Our team includes approximately 450 people across our operation on both day and night shifts.
We are currently hiring for production operators for a 12 hour night shift.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive pay & benefits
Health coverage & retirement plans
✅ Paid time off to recharge
✅ Career growth opportunities
✅ A team that values your impact
Comprehensive onboarding and training program
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and power the future of diabetes care with embecta.
What Does a Production Operator Do?
As a Production Operator, you’ll be at the heart of our manufacturing process. Here’s what your typical day might look like:
Gown up with the required PPE (personal protective equipment) and safety shoes.
Start your shift by checking in with your team and reviewing the day’s goals.
Depending on whether you work in Molding, Assembly, Packaging or Warehouse, you will set up and operate the relevant machines and equipment that mold, assemble and package our insulin syringes and alcohol swabs.
Regularly throughout your shift, you will inspect the products and perform in-process checks to ensure products meet our high quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Completing inspection and quality documentation is the norm in a highly regulated medical devices facility and will be a critical part of your role
At times, you will move raw material supplies and finished products to the necessary locations in the facility.
You will continually monitor the equipment for output and issues and help problem-solve efficiently and quickly should something go wrong.
You will work as part of a highly engaged team to keep everything running smoothly and safely, with safety being your highest priority.
Paperwork Matters
In this role, accurate paperwork is essential. It helps us prove our products are safe, meet our regulatory requirements and ensures we can trace and fix any issues quickly. If you're detail-oriented and like doing things right, this is the job for you!
What You Bring:
High School Diploma or GED
At least 1 year of experience working with or fixing manufacturing equipment
Excellent attention to detail in reading and completing product quality checks and documentation.
Comfortable using computers and basic software like Microsoft Office
Good communication skills and a team-first attitude
Reliable, organized, and ready to learn
An innate focus on safety, naturally integrating safety considerations into your daily work and decision making
Join Us in Making a Difference
If you're ready to play a hands-on role in improving the lives of people with diabetes around the world, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become a Production Operator at
embecta and help shape a healthier future.
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embecta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.
Summary
Operate manufacturing equipment, perform quality checks, and document processes in medical device production.
Job title
Production Operator
Experience level
1+ years
Minimum experience
1+ years exp
Industry
medical device
Location requirements
On-site in Holdrege, Nebraska, no remote work allowed
Salary
Not specified
Visa sponsorship
H-1B sponsor history
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Holdrege, NE 68949, USA