Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver. We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities. Role: Operational Excellence Engineer Location: Castlebar | Reports To: OpEx Lead / Site Leadership Role Overview Drive continuous improvement in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, delivering measurable gains across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost using Lean and data-driven methodologies. This role blends hands-on execution (Technician-level) with strategic leadership (Engineer-level), focusing on delivering measurable improvements while embedding a culture of Lean thinking. Key

Responsibilities

Lead Lean initiatives (OMS, Kaizen, 6S, Value Stream Mapping OEE,) to improve efficiency and eliminate waste. Support structured problem-solving using A3 methodology, root cause analysis, and data-driven insights KPI improvements across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost Support manufacturing operations and GMP compliance within value streams Lead problem-solving using A3, root cause analysis, and data insights Manage improvement projects and support new product introduction Coach teams in Lean principles and continuous improvement practices Partner with production teams to improve day-to-day operations within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment Act as a change champion to embed continuous improvement behaviours across teams Ensure robust documentation, change control, and risk management for process improvements Lead and support improvement projects ranging from focused Kaizens to complex cross-functional initiatives Candidate Profile

Experience

in manufacturing (pharma/medical device preferred) Strong Lean knowledge (6S, Kaizen, waste reduction) Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Experience

with Power BI or other data visualisation tools is desirabl Proven track record in process improvement and project delivery Strong analytical and communication skills Lean Six Sigma certification (Yellow Belt or Green Belt) is an advantag Hands-on technician experience looking for a defined progression path into an Engineering role Why Vantive? Purpose-driven work: Contribute to products that directly improve and save lives High standards: Exposure to best-in-class quality systems and regulated processes Career growth: Structured development in Lean, Six Sigma, and leadership Innovation environment: Work on advanced manufacturing technologies and processes Stability & investment: Strong demand and long-term industry growth Transferable expertise: Highly valued experience across global life sciences organisations What to include on my CV Quantified improvements (e.g., OEE increase %, cost savings €) Lean project delivery (Kaizen, DMAIC, waste reduction) Manufacturing impact (yield, efficiency, compliance) Leadership and cross-functional influence What can Vantive offer to you: A stable and secure work environment A comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, company pension scheme, and annual bonus scheme A collaborative and dynamic work environment Access to state-of-the-art equipment and technology Recognition and reward for outstanding performance Reasonable Accommodation Vantive is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Form Link Recruitment Fraud Notice Vantive has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Vantive employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice. At Vantive, your work will expand your skills, knowledge and opportunities for growth and learning to advance your career. In 2023, we began the journey to establish Baxter’s chronic kidney care and acute therapies businesses into one standalone company. We are thrilled to introduce you to Vantive. Together, we will build on our nearly 70-year legacy in acute therapies and home and in-center dialysis to provide best-in-class care to the 1+ million people we serve. At Vantive, we believe in not only building our leadership in the kidney care space, but offering meaningful work to those who join us. We offer a range of exciting career opportunities across various departments, from research and development to marketing and sales. If you are looking to drive innovation and growth at a new, purpose-driven organization, we have a place for you at Vantive.