About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. Our 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices, and nutritionals products. In Ireland, Abbott employs over 6,000 people across ten sites. We have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford, and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott has commercial, support operations, and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been operating in Ireland since 1946. Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry-leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for the treatment and management of diseases and other conditions. IDEM is an over a billion-dollar business unit that now supports significant growth for Abbott in COVID-19 related products in over 70+ countries. 12 month FTC PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Senior Quality Engineer is a member of the Quality Systems department and plays a key role in ensuring that the Quality System functions are maintained in compliance with documented procedures. The Senior Quality Engineer supports the IDEM (Infectious Diseases Emerging Market) Business Unit’s QMS integration activity across the site providing guidance and expertise to ensure ongoing compliance and continuous improvement. The position reports to the Quality Systems Manager and the role is based in Galway. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Actively stays current with external and internal quality systems standards and requirements providing quality systems support to the Galway Legal Manufacturer (LM). Possesses and applies a broad and increasing knowledge of Quality, and its application within the IDEM Business Unit. Investigate complex product quality and compliance issues (e.g. CAPA, non-conformances, audit observations), analyze data, make recommendations and develop reports. Identifies deficiencies in quality systems and defines systematic corrective actions. Supports the continuous improvement of quality system processes. Develops effective quality metrics and communicates results to key stakeholders. Preparation and maintenance of records associated with the management review process. Applies problem-solving skills in order to deal creatively with moderately complex situations, work that typically requires processing and interpreting more complex, less clearly-defined issues. Identifies problems and possible solutions and takes appropriate action to resolve. Drives compliance cross-functionally in alignment with the Business Unit objective for standardization and collaboration. Update and create quality procedures as required through the change control process. Participate and support internal and external audits across the BU. Implement the CAPA system ensuring that comprehensive root cause analysis is completed and that corrective and preventative actions are implemented. Train, coach, and guide lower-level employees on routine procedures and processes. EDUCATION & COMPETENCIES: Third level qualification in Science/ Engineering Minimum 5-10 years of experience in medical device industry with minimum 5 years of progressively responsible positions Competent working knowledge of recognized Quality Management Systems and Global Medical Device regulations (e.g. ISO9001/ ISO13485/ ISO14971/ cGMP / CE/ FDA/ PAL/IVDR/MDSAP) Experience with problem solving and CAPA investigations Audit experience would be an advantage Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey appropriate information with clarity and effectiveness. Pro-active attitude, excellent organization skills, and ability to manage multiple projects while delivering results on time. Ability to interact with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations. Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and management of spreadsheets. Able to travel internationally (approximately 10% annually) #J-18808-Ljbffr
About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. Our 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices, and nutritionals. In Ireland, Abbott employs around 6,000 people across ten sites. We have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford, and Sligo, and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott has commercial, support operations, and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been operating in Ireland since 1946. Abbott Ireland Nutrition Division Cootehill Cavan Abbott Nutrition produces a range of infant formulae in all pack sizes under the brand name “Similac.” To complement the range of “Similac” infant formulae, the facility also manufactures a range of follow-on formulae under the brand name of “Gain.” The essential ingredient is liquid skim milk, which is combined with carbohydrate, vegetable oils, vitamins, and minerals. The product is blended, pasteurized, dried, and packaged at the site and once packaged, is distributed to Europe, South East Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, and Canada. Established in 1975, Abbott Nutrition in Ireland is the largest powder manufacturing facility for the production of infant formulae within the Abbott Corporation worldwide. Approximately 1,000 dairy farms in Ireland and Northern Ireland supply quality milk to the Cootehill facility, which processes 500,000 litres per day. This secure supply together with Ireland’s reputation as a green, clean environment is of significant strategic importance to Abbott Nutrition. PURPOSE OF THE ROLE Provide direction, documentation, execution, and review for PoP / Unexpected events, QualEx metrics, Executive Management Review, Quality Management Review, Human Reliability Program (HRP), Cost of Quality, and Continuous Improvement. Work closely with the CAPA and Validation Manager. Provide leadership across a number of site functions including Quality Excellence, PoP / Unexpected events, and HRP. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Quality Excellence and PoP Site Lead will be part of the QA Team reporting to the CAPA & Validation Manager. Manage and coordinate the Quality Excellence (QualEx) metrics on site. Track QualEx metric performance and progress against targets on an ongoing basis. Timely submission of QualEx metrics & associated commentary for QA dept. Track QualEx performance and progress against QualEx milestones. Manage and coordinate the site QA wall/boards. Update the wall for unexpected and PoP events and supply QA weekly key takeaways. Provide QA site status and QualEx Metrics Update at Tier 3 meetings. Manage and coordinate the QA slides for the Executive Management Review. Verify that metrics and commentary are correct and ensure consistency of information. Manage, coordinate, and prepare the Quality Management Review slide deck, liaising with personnel from respective departments. Verify that metrics and commentary are correct and ensure consistency of information. Chair and present the Quality Management Review and maintain minutes of the meeting in a timely manner. Coordinate the PoP / Food Safety teams as a governing member of the Food Safety Board (FSB). Attend all AN Division monthly PoP workstream meetings. Analyze PoP signals and events. Identify trends, where applicable. Assist in the coordination of appropriate actions to be taken (e.g. Bracketing, Containment, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Corrective Actions / Preventive Actions (CAPA)). Prepare and present the PoP / Food Safety monthly meeting to the FSB. Identify actions complete, improvements pending, PoP Gold star criteria ratings, status to workstream targets, and identify trends. Liaise with other AN sites to determine ‘Best in Class’. Lead the Human Reliability Program (HRP) on site from a Quality perspective. Educate key site personnel on HRP. Conduct compliance audits and walk-downs and complete necessary follow-up reports and also participate in internal audits. Lead Cost of Quality within the QA Department, liaising with applicable QA members to determine opportunities. Lead and facilitate Continuous Improvement within the QA Department, liaising with applicable QA members to determine and support opportunities. Lead and facilitate OpEx Improvement / maturity within the QA Department, liaising with applicable QA members to determine and support opportunities. Coordinate and communicate identified quality-related news via the Qualitweet forum. This list of responsibilities may change depending on plant needs and employees are expected to be adaptable and flexible where this need arises. Support QA team with internal and external audits (including pre-audit preparation) surrounding the Quality Management Review processes. EDUCATION AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Science, Food Science, Dairy Science, or related Engineering qualifications. Food Microbiology or Food Chemistry would be desirable; however, not essential. It is an advantage to have knowledge of HRP and CAPA. Food Engineering, thermal heat processing, and fluid flow are advantageous. Knowledge of the nutritional industry preferred. Project Management Skills or experience with Project Management is essential. Excellent interpersonal skills and very good computer literacy. Ability to work as an effective member of a high-performance team. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Have you ever wanted to make a difference? At Abbott, you will play a crucial role to help people live more fully at all stages of their lives. Abbott is a global healthcare leader, and our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products, and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues have a daily impact on the life of people in more than 160 countries. Abbott Ireland In Ireland, Abbott employs over 5,000 people across nine sites. We currently have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford, and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott also has commercial, support operations, and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946. Diabetes Care Kilkenny Our new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny, opening in 2024, reflects the growing demand for Abbott's global Diabetes Care products. The facility will be a centre for world-class engineering, quality, medical device manufacturing, and other science-based professionals to produce life-changing technologies that enable people with diabetes to live the best and fullest lives they can. At Abbott in Kilkenny, you can shape your career as you help shape the future of healthcare. This is how you can make a difference at Abbott: As the Principal Project Lead SMT you will be responsible for the introduction and optimization of PCBA manufacturing lines with in-circuit testing into an Abbott facility. Leading cross-functional teams to support large-scale projects including the implementation of new processes and products into manufacturing sites. You will have prior experience and familiarity with a cGMP, FDA, and ISO regulated environments. A good understanding & knowledge of PCBA manufacturing systems, measuring technology, equipment software, basic knowledge of the design of electronic circuits & GAMP guidelines. Competency with SMT Technology, RF and NFC communications, robotic pick and place, equipment control systems, lasers. This role will require project related travel approximately of 30-50%, to the US and Europe. Key Responsibilities: Creates activities at the equipment supplier(s) to ensure that production start-up through to increase volumes are achieved within ADC requirements. Provides technical leadership, project management, and mentorship to engineers and team members. Spearhead and participate in design, planning, introduction, and sustaining of PCBA manufacturing lines. Provides technical, validation, and less experienced engineering staff. Interconnects with product team members, department managers, designers/equipment manufacturers, ADC R&D, quality, and regulatory personnel. Represents the department/division on projects. Develops and promotes the implementation of new ideas or potential solutions and champions change without causing a delay. Implements any necessary engineering changes. Develops and provides solutions to problems that require advanced technical expertise. Plans and conducts small to medium-sized assigned projects requiring conventional methods of planning, investigations, and/or equipment. Designs and leads complex engineering studies and experiments frequently with multiple variables. Analyses complex issues and determines their impact using statistical analysis of measurement results. Sets a comprehensive design and process requirement. Completes documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with business regulations. Leads and/or participates in cross-functional teams to support organizational objectives. Qualifications & Experience: Engineering Degree or equivalent with 5+ years progressive technical experience and demonstrated competence with Electrical / Electronics / Computer Science/Information technology/ Mechatronics degree preferred. Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with PCBA manufacturing processes and programming (screen printing, pick and place, SPI/AOI, reflow) required. Relevant test engineering experience an advantage. Experience in a medical device manufacturing environment. Experience in electronic engineering and/or in fabrication and design of testing and test control apparatus and equipment, or software and systems testing. Experience of design, commissioning, and validation lifecycles of complex automated equipment. Proven track record in applying continuous improvement projects. What we Offer: Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as: Family health insurance Excellent pension scheme Life assurance Career Development Fantastic new facility Growing business plus access to many more benefits. Abbott is an equal opportunities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
At Abbott, you will play a crucial role to help people live more fully at all stages of their lives. Abbott is a global healthcare leader, and our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products, and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues have a daily impact on the life of people in more than 160 countries. Diabetes Care Kilkenny Our new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny reflects the growing demand for Abbott's global Diabetes Care products. The facility will be a centre for world-class engineering, quality, medical device manufacturing, and other science-based professionals to produce life-changing technologies, including the FreeStyle Libre 3, a system that automatically delivers real-time, up-to-the-minute glucose readings, with the smallest and thinnest wearable glucose sensor that provides unsurpassed 14-day accuracy and optional glucose alarms directly to smartphones. This enables people with diabetes to live the best and fullest lives they can. At Abbott in Kilkenny, you can shape your career as you help shape the future of healthcare. This is how you can make a difference at Abbott: As the Design Transfer Engineer, you will provide the design control knowhow to the site. You will liaise with global functions to maintain change action plans and impact assessments. The Design Transfer Engineer will serve as a technical representative providing design control expertise to product change management teams. Key Responsibilities: Spearhead completion of Design Control deliverables for design change projects. Develop and write change action plans and design transfer plans. Support the establishment of objectives, measurable, discrete, and reliable customer and product requirements. Maintain a strong collaborative partnership with cross-functional team members to achieve patient/user safety, customer satisfaction, and organizational success. Design verification and validation planning and execution, including any cross-functional investigation and resolution activities. Ensure DHF content completion, integrity, and regulatory and standards compliance. Collaboration and communication to identify and resolve any gaps. Lead risk management activities from product concept through commercialization. Test method development and guide test method validation activities. Establish component specification definitions, supplied component sampling plan development, and vendor qualifications. Support biocompatibility and sterilization qualification. Support audits and quality system improvement activities. Education and Experience: Minimum Level 8 NFQ qualification or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in medical device Design Control process, quality engineering, Research and Development, or Process/Manufacturing Engineering with experience supporting product change and development. Problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills. What we Offer: Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as family health insurance, excellent pension scheme, life assurance, career development, and access to many more benefits. Abbott is an equal opportunities employer. The base pay for this position is: N/A JOB FAMILY: Engineering DIVISION: ADC Diabetes Care LOCATION: Ireland > Kilkenny: Kilkenny Business and Technology Park WORK SHIFT: Ie - Kkyflx (Ireland) TRAVEL: Yes, 20% of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices and nutritionals products. In Ireland, Abbott employs over 6,000 people across ten sites. We have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been operating in Ireland since 1946. Abbott Ireland Diagnostic Division – Longford: The Longford facility plays a key role in helping Abbott to meet the increasing global demand for diagnostic testing in areas such as infectious disease, cancer, thyroid, and cardiovascular diseases. Longford is based in the midlands of Ireland surrounded by water with the River Shannon, Lough Ree and the Royal Canal. It has a vibrant collection of communities with a rich historical background. The County has plenty to offer to both visitors and citizens in sport, culture, literature, amenities, festivals, events, retail and dining. We currently have a position for in our Department which will involve the following: PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Independently manage complex, long-duration projects, product improvements and investigations. Proactively identify opportunities for significant operational, process, or product improvements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Project Management: Independently design, manage, and conduct complex long duration projects, product improvements, and investigations (or supports Third Party Manufacturing projects). Product and Process Improvements: Recognizes opportunities and proposes novel ideas for significant operational, process or product improvements. Perform or support test and process method modifications, critical process parameters and analytical performance characteristics. Identify technical alternatives and make risk-based decisions within the area. Use technical data that interacts with multiple areas and processes. Provides diverse, independent technical data and insight to support risk management evaluation and assessment. Design control and risk management: Effectively balances compliance risk and business risk to create and review risk management files. Complaint and internal investigations: Independently manages complex investigations to resolution. Demonstrates advanced statistical techniques and or project management tools. Provides audit inputs and support as required. Technical Support: Assist in resolution of multiple complex technical and quality issues across ADD Sites and or functions (instrument; reagents; software and commodities). Anticipate, recognize and resolve technical issues. Sharing Knowledge: Presents complex technical information to internal and external groups. Shares scientific information and expertise with customers and regulatory agencies. Experience mentoring and teaching others to facilitate timely resolution of product and process technical issues. Strategic and Results Orientation: Demonstrates fiscal responsibility through actionable recommendations and accomplishments. Translates top-level goals to specific goals and aligns activities with respective strategic business priorities. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Relevant third-level qualification in scientific and/or technical field is desired or relevant combination of education and experience. 4 years’ related work experience and advanced degree is desirable. Connect with us at www.abbott.com or https://www.ie.abbott/, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Supply Chain Professional (Maternity Leave Cover) Location: Ireland - Longford Time Type: Full time Posted on: Posted Yesterday JOB DESCRIPTION: About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices and nutritionals products. In Ireland, Abbott employs over 6,000 people across ten sites. Abbott Ireland Diagnostic Division – Longford: The Longford facility plays a key role in helping Abbott to meet the increasing global demand for diagnostic testing in areas such as infectious disease, cancer, thyroid, and cardiovascular diseases. We currently have a position for Supply Chain Specialist in our Supply Chain Department which will involve the following: PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Purchasing Professional will be responsible for coordinating and executing day-to-day operations with the end goal being to ensure new products, procured materials and finished goods are available as requested and customer service are consistently achieved ensuring high standards of cost and quality compliance. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Site key account contact for identified supplier portfolio, responsible for working with suppliers to ensure on time delivery of raw materials. Process daily purchase orders and follow orders through from PO to Delivery Stage to corresponding Invoice through the SAP system. Ensure raw material continuity of supply throughout the Supply Chain, ensuring visibility to weekly & monthly material availability Issues, elevating through integrated business planning processes as required. Continue to establish positive supplier relationships & measure supplier performance in line with Longford Key Supplier Metrics (e.g Supplier on Time In Full). Liaise with corporate purchasing and peers throughout the organization in an effort to develop skills and harvest further savings. Monitor and control purchasing activities to ensure compliance with company quality policies in line with financial budgets. Ensure adherence to weekly PO maintenance; ensure correct levels of safety stocks exists. Lead purchasing strategic programs, ensuring adherence to project timelines and project budgets. Identify and manage cost improvement opportunities. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: A relevant third level qualification preferably a business qualification and/ or APICs or IIPMM qualification / relevant experience. A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role. The base pay for this position is N/A. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Supply Chain DIVISION: CRLB Core Lab LOCATION: Ireland > Longford : Lisnamuck WORK SHIFT: Ie - Lfdflsg2 (Ireland) TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Yes SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable About Us Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Computer Systems Validation Engineer Apply Location: Ireland - Kilkenny Time Type: Full time Posted On: Posted 3 Days Ago Job Requisition ID: 31091185 JOB DESCRIPTION: Have you ever wanted to make a difference? At Abbott, you will play a crucial role to help people live more fully at all stages of their lives. Abbott is a global healthcare leader and our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues have a daily impact on the life of people in more than 160 countries. Abbott Ireland In Ireland, Abbott employs around 6,000 people across ten sites. We currently have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott also has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946. Diabetes Care Kilkenny Our new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny, opening in 2024, reflects the growing demand for Abbott's global Diabetes Care products. The facility will be a centre for world-class engineering, quality, medical device manufacturing, and other science-based professionals to produce life-changing technologies, including the FreeStyle Libre 3, a system that automatically delivers real-time, up-to-the-minute glucose readings, with the smallest and thinnest wearable glucose sensor that provides unsurpassed 14-day accuracy and optional glucose alarms directly to smartphones. This enables people with diabetes to live the best and fullest lives they can. At Abbott in Kilkenny, you can shape your career as you help shape the future of healthcare. This is how you can make a difference at Abbott: In this role you will be responsible for creating and implementing the Abbott Division validation program. Creating and maintaining validation documentation for new and existing systems and processes subject to design control. You will also ensure that validation activities are implemented for systems as per requirements and standards as listed in the Abbott’s current Quality Systems Manual. You might also travel to vendor locations for training in Europe or the US. Previous experience in implementing software projects from greenfield stage. Responsibilities The validation and operational management of computerized systems. The creation and review of validation documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and divisional policies. Responsible for creating Software Compliance assessments such as 21 CFR Part 11 and Data Integrity. Maintaining the quality and compliance status of associated Procedures, work instructions. Presenting and communicating status, report metrics, identify trends potential issues, improvement initiatives, as applicable. Qualifications and Experience Relevant third level qualification. IT/Engineering/Manufacturing/Science is preferred. 2-3 years working knowledge of software validation in the med devices industry. Experience carrying out Cyber security assessments. Experience working in a 21CFR820 and/or ISO13485 regulated industry. May consider experience in pharmaceutical validations. What we Offer Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as: Family health insurance Excellent pension scheme Life assurance Career Development Fantastic new facility Growing business plus access to many more benefits. Connect with us at www.abbott.com or https://www.ie.abbott/ , on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott- , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews. Abbott is an equal opportunities employer. The base pay for this position is N/A. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Operations Quality DIVISION: ADC Diabetes Care LOCATION: Ireland > Kilkenny: Kilkenny Business and Technology Park ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: N/A WORK SHIFT: Ie - Kkyflx (Ireland) TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr
About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines. Our 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott employs over 4,000 people across nine sites. We have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been operating in Ireland since 1946. Abbott Ireland Diabetes Care Division Donegal The Abbott Diabetes Care division based in Donegal Town manufactures FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre system. Main Responsibilities Generate, execute and review validation protocols and associated reports for related Process & Software Validation Activities. Monitoring of manufacturing processes. Provide Engineering support when required. Machine maintenance and part management. Identification of opportunities and Improvements on current manufacturing process & software. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities at once while adhering to project plans and timelines. Assist in providing Technical information for Non-Conformance reports relating to Manufacturing Process & Software. Ensure adherence to 6S in the Technical areas ensuring the department conducts its business in a manner designed to be productive and protective of human health, safety and the environment. Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and performing other duties as assigned by management. Main Requirements Third level qualification in Science/Engineering/Manufacturing. Very strong SQL and database systems knowledge and experience. Minimum 3 years manufacturing experience required. Abbott offers a generous relocation package for those required to relocate to take up the role. Terms and conditions will be discussed at offer stage. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices and nutritionals products. In Ireland, Abbott employs over 6,000 people across ten sites. We have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been operating in Ireland since 1946. Abbott Ireland Diagnostic Division – Longford: The Longford facility plays a key role in helping Abbott to meet the increasing global demand for diagnostic testing in areas such as infectious disease, cancer, thyroid, and cardiovascular diseases. We currently have a position for Process Support Scientist in our Operations Department which will involve the following: PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Support the Manufacturing processes within the Operations department through developing and maintaining expertise in a designated process or technical speciality. To ensure the plant meets its customer quality, service, regulatory, financial and safety goals through effective technical support of Diagnostic products. To provide the necessary support to the manufacturing team, ensuring that production targets are attained. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop Subject Matter Expertise, and take lead, in designated change control/process/technical speciality. Establish oneself as key contact for designated process. Develop and maintain working relationship with cross-functional peers, including Technical Support, Quality, Supply Chain and Engineering. Provide necessary support to production schedule requirements as designated by Team Leader. Champion the principles and practices of GMP/GLP. Lead by example and provide mentoring support for team members. Minimise generation of deviations by ensuring that all relevant documentation is being followed and that verification steps are being completed accurately and objectively. Demonstrate an understanding of the application of the Quality Policy through daily activities. Ensure effective communication of process information and manufacturing issues to Team Leader. To ensure that the plant meets the quality requirements of its customers, internal quality systems, internal & external auditors, and other external agencies. To liaise with, seek appropriate advice from and report when necessary to colleagues in other sites. To assist in the periodic review of controlled documents per site procedures. Responsible for participation in creating, sharing and adopting best practices and business process strategies. Responsible for technical transfer activities for the manufacturing process as applicable through drafting/review of documents include protocols, MES recipes/Master data, Qualifications and Reports. Coordinate validation activities involving cross-functional, multi-departmental teams including Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality. Support product development activities by providing operational leadership to the team by giving technical support and recommendations of effective solutions to the manufacturing issues. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: A third level qualification in a relevant Chemistry or Life Science discipline or Engineering Relevant professional qualification as this level of education provides a necessary foundation for this Job function. A minimum of 20 months experience in a regulated environment of which 12 months is in the manufacturing/testing or support of diagnostic products. A relevant post-graduate qualification with 12 months experience in the manufacturing/testing or support of diagnostic products. A relevant professional qualification, together with a minimum of 12 months experience of supporting the manufacture/test of diagnostic products. KEY SKILLS: Excellent communication and presentation skills. Advanced organisational skills and attention to detail. The ability to work co-operatively and effectively with others to establish and maintain good working relationships. A proven self-starter with the highest level of integrity in the successful completion of your work. Excellent time keeping, attendance and performance record are a pre-requisite for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Have you ever wanted to make a difference? At Abbott, you will play a crucial role to help people live more fully at all stages of their lives. Abbott is a global healthcare leader and our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues have a daily impact on the life of people in more than 160 countries. Abbott Ireland In Ireland, Abbott employs over 6,000 people across ten sites. We currently have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott also has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946. Diabetes Care Kilkenny Our new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny, opening in 2024, reflects the growing demand for Abbott's global Diabetes Care products. The facility will be a centre for world-class engineering, quality, medical device manufacturing, and other science-based professionals to produce life-changing technologies, including the FreeStyle Libre 3, a system that automatically delivers real-time, up-to-the-minute glucose readings, with the smallest and thinnest wearable glucose sensor that provides unsurpassed 14-day accuracy and optional glucose alarms directly to smartphones. This enables people with diabetes to live the best and fullest lives they can. At Abbott in Kilkenny, you can shape your career as you help shape the future of healthcare. This is how you can make a difference at Abbott: As Manufacturing Technician, in Abbott, Kilkenny you will have the opportunity to visit and learn from our vendor sites, across Mainland Europe. The first 6 months of this role you will be required to travel, within Europe (2/3 week blocks) to gain expertise on the manufacturing of our newest product the FreeStyle Libre 3. You will provide technical support relating to equipment utilized in the manufacturing areas by repairing, maintaining, or modifying production equipment utilizing technical expertise, technical manuals, schematic drawings, precision tools, and test equipment. You will utilize data reports on equipment and systems to generate improvement initiatives, monitor machine output on the shift to and ensure all cells are running to cycle time, to meet specific OEE targets. Perform and/or participate with conducting routine maintenance checks to ensure the operational efficiency of machines and production equipment is maintained to the desired standards. Monitor processes, running diagnostic tests with products and equipment, create a comprehensive report for resolution methods, familiar with asset maintenance software (Maximo preferable). Inspect high-level machinery and observe for possible inconsistencies that may cause delays and hazards in the production. Prepare and/or support to line changeovers as per the production schedule. Writing and or maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance and process documentation. Opportunity to travel up to 6 months to Germany in this position. Responsible for the reliable operation of the production machinery and equipment. Your main responsibilities will be: Activities include conducting scheduled maintenance, diagnosing, and troubleshooting faults and undertaking repairs, and selecting, engaging, and working with outside contractors. Performs the most complex skilled maintenance and repair such as mechanical, pneumatics, electrical systems. Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics. Good understanding on day-to-day operation for conveyors, depositors, p&p machines, and weighing machines. Assist in the compilation and presentation of technical feedback on engineering performance relating to yield output. Lead on maintenance and/or process issues and to work independently or as a team member. Monitor production processes, running diagnostic tests with products and equipment, and create a comprehensive report for resolution methods Certifies and train manufacturing associates in the production processes. Evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment. May develop or revise documents and procedures. Identifies and implements corrective actions for manufacturing related issues. Installs and validates equipment and processes in the production area to improve yield and/or reduce cycle time following the established validation procedure. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Min level 6 in technical related discipline. Electrical and mechanical skills are desired. Candidates who can show aptitude and ability in both disciplines will have a distinct advantage. Must have excellent knowledge with industrial machines and the mechanical industry, as their expertise is crucial in keeping the safety and security of all production staff. Experience within a Computerized Maintenance Management Work Order system environment. Technical and fault-finding skills Surface mount technology experience an advantage. Connect with us at www.abbott.com or https://www.ie.abbott/, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews. Abbott is an equal opportunities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
