Conor Byrne
Arklow,Ireland
Summary
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Pharmaceutical Production technician
Takeda Bray County Wicklow
Bray, Ireland
2016.01 - 2025.11
- Operation of complex granulation machine
- Prepared and handled coating solutions and maintained coating parameters (spray rate, inlet/outlet temperatures, airflow).
- Always following standard operating procedures
- Fully trained in dispensary.
- Trained new staff on safe handling of materials and critical coating techniques.
- Ensured product integrity and compliance with GMP standards.
- Always following health and safety procedures
- Demonstrated expertise in operation of advanced manufacturing equipment, ensured optimal performance.
- Kept abreast of latest industry trends to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
- Streamlined production processes to reduce downtime and increase efficiency.
- Maintained a clean work environment, contributed towards enhanced worker health and productivity.
- Improved safety measures with regular equipment checks and maintenance.
- Troubleshot machinery issues for uninterrupted workflow in the production line.
- Read blueprints accurately, assembled parts as per specifications.
Production line operator
Gaines Europe
Arklow, Ireland
2014.10 - 2016.01
- Responsible for cooling tunnel operation.
- Packing hall assistant- grading and packing product.
- Moulding machine operator- responsible for the operation and upkeep of the moulding machine.
- Scanning and grading of pallets of product.
- Following health and safety procedures and regulations at all times.
General operative
Collymongle Cotton Gin
, Australia
2013.04 - 2013.08
- Heavy machinery repair and vehicle maintenance.
- Forklift driver, duties included stacking bales and loading trucks. Scanning and grading of cotton bales that were being exported.
- Tractor driver: duties included operation of a tip trailer and unloading of general waste.
- Adhering to health and safety regulations at all times.
General labourer/Forklift Driver
Team Work Oz
Melbourne
2012.11 - 2013.04
- Forklift driver duties included unloading containers and stacking pallets.
- Picking, packing, sorting and scanning products for order.
- Always working towards the highest of health and safety regulations.
Retail Assistant
Argos
Arklow, Ireland
2011.10 - 2012.09
- Ensuring the smooth running of the shop and maintaining the highest level of customer care.
- Keeping the shop displays clean and tidy at all times.
- Operating the cash register, accurately handling cash, cheques and credit/debit cards.
- Responding to orders received from the online shop by processing sales and packaging orders.
- Closing daily cash and following the correct procedures.
- Receiving deliveries, unpacking and re-shelving or storing stock.
- Assisting with regular stock checks and annual stock takes.
Recycling Centre Operative - Wicklow County Council
Arklow, Ireland
2010.04 - 2011.08
- Sorting, storing and transporting materials.
- Operating recycling processing equipment including but not limited to balers and crushers.
- Maintaining production standards and schedules.
- Monitoring equipment operation
- Reporting malfunctions, maintenance and repair needs to supervisory personnel. Maintaining inventory records for recyclable materials.
- Performing routine preventative maintenance and repair on equipment.
Education
Certified - IT Maintenance
Arklow Enterprise Centre
Arklow, Ireland 2014.03 - 2014.07
Forklift training course - undefined
FAS
Ireland 2011.02 - 2011.02
Bachelor Degree - Electronic Engineering
Institute of Technology Carlow
Carlow, Ireland 2006.09 - 2009.06
Leaving Certificate - undefined
St Kevin's CBS
Arklow, Co. Wicklow, Ireland 1998.01 - 2004.01
Manual Handling Course -
Takeda
Ireland 2025.10 - 2025.10
Construction Architecture - undefined
Vocational College Enniscorthy
Enniscorthy, Ireland 2004.09 - 2004.09
Skills
- Computer literate in Excel, MS Word, Turbo C, C, Isis Ares & CAD
- Problem-solving
- Machine testing and inspections
- Advanced circuit analysis
- Electromagnetic compatibility
- PCB layout designing
- Soldering proficiency
- Analog audio circuit design
- Component selection
- Circuit modelling
- Computer-Aided Design
- Fault finding and testing
- Circuitry
- Electrical safety awareness
CUSTOM
Available upon request
HOBBIES AND INTEREST
I enjoy playing football and golf with friends, while fly-fishing is a big passion of mine. I also enjoy the challenge of repairing mobile phones and electronic devices.
Timeline
Manual Handling Course -
Takeda
2025.10 - 2025.10
Pharmaceutical Production technician
Takeda Bray County Wicklow
2016.01 - 2025.11
Production line operator
Gaines Europe
2014.10 - 2016.01
Certified - IT Maintenance
Arklow Enterprise Centre
2014.03 - 2014.07
General operative
Collymongle Cotton Gin
2013.04 - 2013.08
General labourer/Forklift Driver
Team Work Oz
2012.11 - 2013.04
Retail Assistant
Argos
2011.10 - 2012.09
Forklift training course - undefined
FAS
2011.02 - 2011.02
Recycling Centre Operative - Wicklow County Council
2010.04 - 2011.08
Bachelor Degree - Electronic Engineering
Institute of Technology Carlow
2006.09 - 2009.06
Construction Architecture - undefined
Vocational College Enniscorthy
2004.09 - 2004.09
Leaving Certificate - undefined
St Kevin's CBS
1998.01 - 2004.01