Shane Gallagher
Newcastle West,Limerick
Summary
Manufacturing professional with 30 years of experience in food and pharmaceutical production. Expertise in operating and maintaining production lines to achieve high-quality output while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Recognized for reliability and attention to detail, with a strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
32
32
years of professional experience
Work history
Production Operator
Wyeth Nutritionals Ireland
Askeaton , Limerick
1994.09 - 2026.03
- Operated and monitored production lines to keep quality output continuous.
- Adjusted machinery settings to improve production efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Completed in-process quality checks to confirm products met specifications.
- Set up and monitored canning lines for multiple product types.
- Filled, sealed, labelled, and packaged cans and bottles to quality standards.
- Maintained cleaning and sanitation routines to meet GMP and HACCP requirements.
- Performed routine inspections to detect faults, reducing errors and waste.
- Maintained accurate batch records for traceability and regulatory compliance.
- Supported production teams by maintaining a hazard-free workplace for operations.
- Managed stock control to place orders on time.
- Supported new staff with line operation and safety procedure training.
- Coordinated with maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues quickly.
- Suggested practical changes to streamline workflow for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Performed scheduled cleaning for machinery floors and storage areas.
- Kept the workplace organised and hazard-free for smooth operations.
- Managed stock control to place orders on time.
Education
Diploma - Industrial Engineering
Limerick Institute of Technology
Limerick 1991.09 - 1994.05
Skills
- Production line management
- Quality control
- Regulatory compliance
- Stock management
- Hygiene management
- Equipment troubleshooting and basic maintenance
- Recording production data accurately
- Team collaboration and shift coordination
- Flexible and adaptable to changing production demands
Affiliations
- Golf
- Cycling
- Gardening
- Gaa
- I volunteer at my local Golf Club to maintain the golf course
Timeline
Production Operator
Wyeth Nutritionals Ireland
1994.09 - 2026.03
Diploma - Industrial Engineering
Limerick Institute of Technology
1991.09 - 1994.05