Apprentice-MAMF/Electrical

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better.

Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees  and a presence in approximately 100 countries , extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future. 

Bausch + Lomb are delighted to announce an opening for two places on their highly sought-after Apprenticeship Programme. This is a well-rounded programme which offers additional tutoring and top-class mentoring. The successful candidates will be based on site, at the expanding Waterford facility.  Opportunities for apprenticeships are available in the areas of Mechanical Automation Maintenance Fitting and Electrical. 

Responsibilities to include (but not limited to):

• As an apprentice you will be required to complete a structured four-year training program in conjunction with SOLAS and WWETB (formally FAS) dependent of results and performance.

• This will involve block releases to SOLAS and WWETB for specific training in the applicable trade, i.e. Electrical. You will work with the Maintenance Technicians within B+L who will help you develop the skills learned in each block release and also prepare you for the next block release.

• You will be based in the Maintenance Department, but on occasion may have to support other applicable departments, to develop your knowledge and understanding of your trade.

• Ensure compliance with all associated EHS regulatory conditions and all corporate B+L guidelines standards policies and operating procedures.

Key cGMP Responsibilities

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures at all times

• Follow required applicable Regulatory standards as required

• Participate fully in all GMP and operational training programs and complete all training records in an accurate and timely manner

• Follow Gowning Procedures and entry rules for all manufacturing and other controlled areas.

• Understand and follow Personal Hygiene Rules as defined in the GMP Training Programme and notify area supervision of any health conditions which may affect the quality of product.

• Maintain work areas in a clean and tidy manner at all times.

Requirements

• Leaving Certificate with minimum pass in Ordinary Maths. Leaving certificate in Engineering or Technical Drawing - advantageous. 

• Decisive, self-motivated and capable of working on their own initiative.

• High level of commitment to training & development.

• Ability to work as a team member.

Bausch & Lomb is committed to equal employment opportunity and complies with equal employment opportunity laws in effect wherever it operates.