Operations Graduate

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Date: Oct 30, 2025

Location: IE - Waterford, IE

Company: Bausch + Lomb

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. 

 

This position is based full-time in Waterford, Ireland.

Programme Overview

 

As an Operations Graduate at Bausch + Lomb Waterford, you will join a structured two-year programme designed to provide broad exposure across the manufacturing operation & build yourself as a leader. You will rotate through areas such as Production, Process Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Continuous Improvement — gaining , analytical, and leadership skills needed to excel in a fast-paced, regulated environment. In your second year you will be placed overseas at one of our manufacturing facilities from 2 – 4 weeks.

You will have opportunities to develop people management capability, including, supporting shift leaders, and learning how to motivate and engage employees on the manufacturing floor.

 

Responsibilities

Production Support:
Contribute to the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of manufacturing lines, ensuring safety, quality, and performance standards are achieved.

Continuous Improvement:
Identify and deliver improvements to processes, yield, and efficiency through Lean principles and problem solving  methodologies.

Performance Monitoring:
Track and analyse key performance indicators (OEE, yield, downtime, labour utilization, scrap) and present insights to the operations team.

Project Delivery:
Support or lead small-scale operational projects that enhance productivity, quality, or cost performance.

Compliance & Quality:
Maintain full adherence to GMP, ISO 13485, and FDA regulations in all activities.

People & Leadership Development:

•Participate in leadership development modules focused on communication, coaching, and conflict resolution.
•Gain practical experience in leading small cross-functional teams or improvement initiatives.
•Support line leaders in coordinating shift activities, communicating goals, and providing feedback to operators.
•Learn core aspects of performance management, engagement, and effective team dynamics within a manufacturing setting.
•Collaboration:
Partner with colleagues across Operations, Quality, and Engineering to deliver shared objectives.
•Qualifications & Skills
 
Education:
•Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Science, or Operations Management.
•Skills & Attributes:
•Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
•Interest in both technical and people leadership aspects of manufacturing.
•Team-oriented, adaptable, and proactive learner.
•Passionate about continuous improvement and operational excellence.
•Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools.
•Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma principles (preferred).

Development Opportunities
•As part of the Bausch + Lomb Graduate Programme, you will receive:
•A structured 24-month rotation plan across key operational areas.
•Mentoring and coaching from experienced leaders.
•Professional development modules in communication, influence, and people leadership.
•Opportunities to manage small teams, lead improvement projects, and participate in shift management shadowing.
•A clear career path towards roles such as Production Supervisor, or other operational roles

Why Join Us
•Be part of a world-class manufacturing organization improving lives through better vision.
•Work in an inclusive, safety-focused culture that values learning and collaboration.
•Gain exposure to advanced technology, global supply networks, and continuous improvement practices.
•Develop both your technical and leadership potential with real career progression opportunities

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