Roles in Medical Device Manufacturing: A Beginner’s Guide
- Orientación Profesional
- 6 days ago
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Introduction: Ireland is home to 14 of the world’s top 15 medical device companies, making it one of the largest exporters of MedTech in Europe. Whether you're a recent graduate, a jobseeker from abroad, or transitioning from another industry, medical device manufacturing offers diverse opportunities. Here's a beginner-friendly breakdown of the key roles and what they involve.
1. General Operative / Production Operator
What they do: Assemble, inspect, and package medical devices under cleanroom conditions.
Skills needed: Manual dexterity, attention to detail, ability to follow SOPs.
Entry-level friendly: ✅ Yes
2. Quality Inspector / QA Technician
What they do: Check that products meet quality and safety standards at each stage of production.
Skills needed: Knowledge of GMP, SOP adherence, documentation skills.
Ideal for: People with experience in quality control or regulated environments.
3. Manufacturing Technician / Process Technician
What they do: Operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, monitor processes.
Skills needed: Technical/mechanical knowledge, problem-solving, machine setup.
Often requires: QQI Level 6 or related technical diploma
4. Validation Specialist
What they do: Ensure equipment, systems, and processes meet regulatory requirements before and during use.
Skills needed: Analytical thinking, documentation, risk assessment
Great fit for: Science or engineering grads (Level 8+)
5. Regulatory Affairs Associate
What they do: Prepare documents for global medical product approvals and ensure compliance with EU regulations.
Skills needed: Research, technical writing, understanding of medical standards
Pathway: Often requires a science degree + further training in RA
6. R&D Technician / Engineer
What they do: Support the design, testing, and development of new medical devices.
Skills needed: CAD tools, prototyping, lab testing
Best suited for: Engineers or tech-savvy science grads
Conclusion: The medical device sector in Ireland continues to grow, with a strong demand for both entry-level workers and highly skilled specialists. If you're looking for a stable, rewarding career — and want to make a real difference in health outcomes — this sector could be your next step.
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