Laboratory Technician RK25928 Contract 11 months Carlow Were currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with an award-winning Pharmaceutical organization based in Carlow. This is an excellent position for anyone who is looking to join a leading multinational who are one of the best at what they do. Key Responsibilities: Laboratory Support & Housekeeping Perform glass washing, drying, and appropriate storage of laboratory glassware in compliance with GMP requirements. Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment, utensils, and work surfaces to maintain a safe and compliant working environment. Carry out routine cleaning of the Central Testing Unit (CTU) in accordance with approved procedures and schedules. Maintain 5S standards for laboratory areas, including fridges and freezers, ensuring organization, cleanliness, and clear labelling at all times. Monitor laboratory consumables and inventory levels on a routine basis. Restock laboratory supplies as required to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations. Report inventory shortages, expired materials, or damaged items to senior laboratory staff in a timely manner. Ensure materials are stored according to defined conditions and GMP requirements. Strictly adhere to health and safety regulations, including the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous laboratory waste in line with site procedures and regulatory requirements. Accurately complete required documentation and records in line with data integrity principles. Support audit and inspection readiness by maintaining laboratory areas at required standards. Education and Experience: Bachelors Degree or higher preferred; ideally in Analytical Chemistry/ Biochemistry or a closely related discipline Previous experience working in a laboratory or GMP-regulated environment is an advantage. Familiarity with laboratory housekeeping, inventory management, or regulated cleaning activities is beneficial. Training in health and safety or laboratory practices is desirable; full training will be provided. If interested in this posting please feel free to contact Rachel Kent at Life Science Recruitment for further information.
Senior Technician Quality Control Shift RK25920 Contract 11 months Carlow Were currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with an award-winning Pharmaceutical organization based in Carlow. This is an excellent position for anyone who is looking to join a leading multinational who are one of the best at what they do. Key Responsibilities: Work as directed by the Quality Control Manager according to Company safety policies, cGMP and cGLP. Required to drive compliance with Global policies, procedures and guidelines and regulatory requirements and execute Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the performance of day-to-day activities and all applicable job functions Participate in QC Tier 1 daily meetings and ensure effective communication of testing progress, deviations etc Participate in writing/revising/ rolling out accurate operational procedures, training materials and maintenance procedures for various Quality systems; ensure all work is carried out in line with same Operate as part of the QC team performing the allocated testing and laboratory-based duties Perform various analytical techniques including but not limited to HPLC, (HIC, CE, IEX, HP-SEC), Capillary Electrophoresis and other compendial test methods in compliance with GMP requirements Peer review testing documentation and ensuring data integrity compliance and QC Right First Time KPIs are achieved Participate in the laboratory aspects of OOS investigations Provide support with audit/inspection requirements to ensure department compliance/readiness. Participate in internal and external audits and inspections, taking the role of auditee for assigned areas of responsibility. Drive continuous improvement, perform root cause analysis on system failures and substandard equipment performance, using standard tools and methods, to resolve machine and system issues e.g., FMEA, Fishbone diagrams, 5 why's etc, Work collaboratively to drive a safe and compliant culture on site. Education and Experience: Bachelors Degree or higher preferred; ideally in Analytical Chemistry/ Biochemistry or a closely related discipline 2- 3 years experience in a pharmaceutical laboratory, ideally with experience in HPLC and relevant systems and software. Core to the role is to perform testing of samples to support the release of our key drug products. Good working knowledge of HPLC systems and software is desirable Good knowledge of cGMP, GLP, Quality Management Systems If interested in this posting please feel free to contact Rachel Kent at Life Science Recruitment for further information.
Were currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with an award-winning Pharmaceutical organization based in Dublin. This is an excellent position for anyone who is looking to join a leading multinational who are one of the best at what they do. The Program Manager AVI Lines Operational Readiness is a senior delivery role providing leadership and execution oversight for Operational Readiness activities associated with the AVI inspection lines SI02 and SI03 through qualification and Performance Qualification. The role operates within an established and experienced project environment and is accountable for ensuring readiness activities are planned, integrated, governed, and executed to support successful transition to routine operations. This role will lead and coordinate Operational Readiness execution for AVI inspection lines SI02 and SI03 through PQ, ensuring people, process, systems, documentation are prepared to support qualification and operational handover. The role ensures readiness activities are integrated with project execution and qualification plans while maintaining compliance, governance, and delivery discipline. Duties: Own the Operational Readiness strategy and execution for AVI inspection lines SI02 and SI03 through qualification and PQ. Integrate readiness activities with capital project execution, commissioning, and validation milestones. Provide programme level oversight of readiness workstreams including documentation, training, change control, validation interfaces, MES readiness, and operational handover. Act as the primary Operational Readiness interface between Capital Projects and Operations for the AVI scope. Maintain integrated readiness plans, trackers, and dashboards aligned with companys master schedule. Identify readiness risks, gaps, and dependencies and drive mitigation through governance. Provide clear readiness input to programme and senior leadership governance forums. Promote a strong safety culture across readiness execution. Ensure all Operational Readiness activities conform to cGMP requirements. Ensure scope and financial discipline in line with site governance. Support inspection readiness and regulatory interactions as required. Education and Experience: Technical degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Science, or Operations. 5 to 8 years experience in Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences manufacturing. Experience supporting Operational Readiness, capital project delivery, or qualification activities. Experience operating within GMP regulated environments Strong programme and project management capability within a GMP manufacturing environment. Experience coordinating complex cross functional delivery teams. Strong execution focus with structured planning and tracking discipline. Systems experience: Change Control & Document Management Systems, SharePoint and Microsoft 365 collaboration tools or Smartsheet equivalent programme tracking tools. If interested in this posting please feel free to contact Avishek Singh at Avishek.sing for further information.
Quality AssuranceCSV Specialist (Hybrid) RK5297 Contract 12 months Dublin Were currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with an award-winning Pharmaceutical organization based in Dublin. This is an excellent position for anyone who is looking to join a leading multinational who are one of the best at what they do. This role requires a strong understanding of Quality requirements associated with aseptic manufacturing, as well as an excellent understanding of C & Q / Validation and Technical Transfer requirements. The desired candidate should have a proven track record in QA leadership, and be comfortable working as part of a cross functional team. Key Responsibilities: Provide overall quality direction for processes and procedures associated with all aspects of new equipment introduction, including Computerised System Validation Act as the Quality point of contact and decision-maker for C & Q / Validation execution activities, ensuring all activities comply with regulatory and company standards. Lead Quality review and approval of validation documentation associated with new facilities and new product introduction Lead QA review and approval of SAP BOMs, MBRs and recipes as applicable. Partner cross-functionally with PD, Engineering, and Operations teams to ensure all NPI activities are compliant with regulatory and Site Quality Requirements. Provide Quality Direction and input for Change Controls, CAPAs, and Deviation Investigations. Support Inspection Readiness and Regulatory Audits, representing QA for Validation and NPI areas. Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for potential challenges in equipment / product introduction. Provide input and Quality Oversight for change control development and implementation. Ensure timely and robust implementation of change controls and CAPA records. Write, review, and approve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in alignment with policies. Ensure all activities align with safety standards, SOPs, and regulatory expectations. Support a safe working environment by adhering to all environmental health and safety practices, rules, and regulations Education and Experience: University degree in a Science-related discipline 7 years relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry as a Subject Matter Expert providing overall quality direction and oversight for key functional areas (i.e. Process Development, Validation, Manufacturing) In-depth knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and experience with regulatory inspections. Experience working in aseptic operations, relating to vial and syringe filling. Understanding of principles of Validation and New Product Introduction If interested in this posting please feel free to contact Rachel Kent at Life Science Recruitment for further information.
Were currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with an award-winning Biopharmaceutical organization based in Dublin. This is an excellent position for anyone who is looking to join a leading multinational who are one of the best at what they do. Duties Developing single use systems in collaboration with site teams and network for DP formulation and filling. Authoring / verification of single use qualification packages. Filling characterisation support (Filling recipe development - protocol development / execution and reporting.) Demonstrated ability in providing leadership to cross-functional teams to advance complex projects to completion. Excellent Communication skills are essential for this role, as well as a demonstrated proficiency with the principles of Technical Writing. Leads and conducts risk assessment for drug product operations and propose / implement appropriate CAPA. Provide process development expertise for drug product processing in specific areas such as sterile processing, process characterization, filling, SUS. Support commercial drug product manufacturing operations with technical evaluation of NC/CAPA and technology transfer. Interfaces with manufacturing as well as all support functions to provide robust and coordinated support to manufacturing. Troubleshoots issues with drug product processing technologies and equipment. Champions use of data-driven analyses and visualizations. Investigates to determine root cause. Responsibilities may include leading cross-site teams to support the above activities, providing recommendations to management. Ensure that the site meets the quality requirements of its customers and applicable regulations (FDA, EU & international standards). Review and post-approve process validation protocols and assessments from a quality system documentation perspective. Contribute to product quality assessments and process flow documents. Liaise with Operations, Engineering and external vendors regarding new or amended equipment which would impact the validated process. Education & Experience A third level Bachelors Degree in Science, Engineering or a relevant Quality discipline with 5 years experience in a similar role OR Masters degree & 3 years of directly related experience OR Associates degree & 10 years of directly related experience. Thorough knowledge of aseptic manufacturing technologies and cGMP. Strong skills in applying fundamental engineering and scientific principles to the design and implementation of Formulation Single use systems and Filling. Significant experience supporting Commercial Protein Drug Product (DP) processing in specific areas such as Sterile Processing, Process Characterization, Tech Transfer (to commercial DP sites) or Validation. Strong skills in applying fundamental engineering and scientific principles to the design, implementation and process validation of formulation, mixing, filtration and filling. Knowledge of protein biochemistry regarding chemical and physical stability Background in Drug product Filling technologies, Peristaltic pumping / Time pressure filling. If interested in this posting please feel free to contact Sen McCarthy on or for further information.
Job title: Quality Technician Location: Ballybrit, Galway Benefits: Salary, bonus, pension, healthcare and 4 day week Job overview: As a Quality Technician you will be responsible for the effectiveness of assigned areas of the companys quality system. Provide support to the operations function and incoming. Maintain records in accordance with the quality system requirements, which show that products manufactured meet the requirements of end users, customers, regulatory authorities and the company. Maintain assigned areas of the quality system in accordance with the requirements of ISO13485, The Medical Device Directive 93/42EEC and FDA Quality System Regulations (if applicable). The working week is a 4-day week from Monday- Thursday 7am -5.15pm on-site in a cleanroom and controlled manufacturing environment. This is initially a full time fixed term contract. Responsibilities: Provides support to Manufacturing and Product Engineering and Quality Engineers for commercial/validation projects. Supports implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes and operations for new and existing products. Supports dispositions of nonconforming material and processes. Supports sustaining Engineering and QE in resolving Manufacturing issues in the plant. Participate in lean and cost reduction activities. Supports the conduct of investigations and associated actions related to CAPA and Internal/external audit activities. Review batch records and approve release of product. Provide accurate Certificates of Conformance and/or Certificates of Analysis. Effectively communicate with other staff, customers and suppliers in order to promote quality awareness and to conform to customer requirements. Identify areas for improvement and lead improvement initiatives. Requirements: It is desirable that the Quality Technician should have a good level of education with strong experience in a Medical Device industry and working within Controlled Environments. Experience in medical device is essential, two (2) to five (5) years. Good interpersonal skills and have the ability to multi-task. Must be motivated and demonstrate the ability to be a self-starter Does this sound like your next career move? To apply and for more info forward your application to the link provided or contact me on OR Benefits: Bonus, pension, healthcare,
Title: Senior Production Supervisor Location: Ballybrit, Galway Benefits: Top salary, bonus, pension, healthcare and 4 day week Role: As a Senior Supervisor will lead and manage manufacturing operations to ensure efficient production of high-quality medical devices in compliance with regulatory standards. This role involves overseeing production teams, driving continuous improvement, collaborating cross-functionally to meet business goals, and ensuring day-to-day production safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met. On-site role in a cleanroom and controlled manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: Lead daily production activities, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met. Manage and develop production supervisors, team leads, trainers, and operators, fostering a high-performance culture. Responsible for production co-ordination to meet customer demand. Ensure compliance with ISO 13485, FDA, and other relevant regulatory standards. Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve production issues and implement process improvements. Ensure that all products manufactured meet the specifications, performance & quality criteria of end users, customers, regulatory authorities, and the company. Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Actively promote, lead, and participate in work center improvement groups and project teams, to improve quality, reduce costs, eliminate waste and improve working methods. Support new product introductions and technology transfers into manufacturing. Maintain accurate documentation and ensure traceability in line with GMP requirements. Lead audits and inspections related to production operations. Manages headcount to meet area demand in a timely manner, can validate headcount requirements in a systemic method. Leads Gemba walks in their area focusing on compliance to H&S, Quality & Production standards through regular review processes and frequent line walks. Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelors degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field. 5+ years of experience in medical device or regulated manufacturing industry. Strong knowledge of GMP, ISO 13485, and FDA regulations. Proven leadership and team development skills. Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Does this sound like your next career move? To apply and for more info forward your application to the link provided or contact me on OR Benefits: Bonus, pension, healthcare, 4 day week
Our client is a leading sales, marketing, and technical services company. They are high growth company that aims to be the partner of choice for their global healthcare suppliers. The long-term success of their sustainable business is based on teamwork, integrity, and the ability of their people to take ownership of their role. They are currently seeking a Business Manager to manage an established team. In your role, you will be required to fulfil the full range of Business Manager duties for the Woundcare, Orthopaedic and Compression/Lymphology ROI / NI Division. You will build and maintain a high-performance sales organisation to achieve agreed business objectives. As Business Manager you will plan, manage, and oversee the sales activities for your divisional products with the overall aim of achieving commercial goals and developing strong relationships with key opinion leaders. Territory:Field based (ROI & NI) Candidate Location: Leinster Role/Responsibilities: Develop National strategic and tactical sales and marketing plans to achieve Company objectives Establish sales objectives by forecasting annual sales targets for regions/territories, sales volume, and profit for existing and new products Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual sales forecasts Monitor and analyse performance metrics and drive improvements Lead a team of Product Specialists Provide leadership through effective communication of vision, empowerment, and the recognition of individual and team achievement Maintain and develop team by effective recruitment, development, and training Perform field visits to develop in field sales skills as well as drive sales Establish productive and professional relationships with key supplier personnel Perform research and identify new potential customers and new market opportunities National Account Management Project Manage tenders and bids Identify and develop strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders Develop a strong customer network Ensure that you comply with risk-assessed policies and procedures relating to IT Security, Health and Safety. Education/ Experience: Degree in Healthcare / Business Ability to understand and analyse sales performance metrics Good knowledge of sales and marketing principles Excellent ability to sell Excellent customer service skills Strong negotiation skills Strong communication and team management skills Accomplished Presenter The ability to communicate effectively and to build rapport with customers at all levels Availability to travel as needed Strong work ethic and competitive drive Flexible and adaptable mindset Previous experience managing a high-performance sales team Demonstrable ability to develop people Strong commercial acumen and effective planning skills Entrepreneurial and innovative in approach Benefits associated with this role include: Competitive salary and commission structure Fully expensed company vehicle Lunch allowance Employee Assistance Program Pension, Life assurance, income protection Educational Assistance Training academy Enhanced annual and life leave Employee engagement initiatives and a dedicated internal employee communication platform Supportive colleagues to learn from and enjoy company social outings, parties, and events For further information please contact: Karen Shiel on or send CV to Skills: Sales People Management Medical Sales Benefits: Work From Home Car, Pension, Bonus
Senior Quality Assurance Specialist Our client, a long-established manufacturer within the health and nutrition sector, specialising in the production of high-quality supplement products for domestic and international markets, are currently recruiting for a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist to join their team on a permanent basis. This Senior Quality Assurance Specialist role offers significant autonomy, technical scope, and cross-functional influence. As Senior Quality Assurance Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring products are manufactured, tested, released, and distributed in full compliance with applicable EU and international regulatory requirements. Responsibilities External Quality Oversight Provide QA leadership across contract manufacturers, testing laboratories, and third-party logistics providers Lead quality business reviews, audits, and approval of validation activities Ensure ongoing compliance, data integrity, and inspection readiness across the supply chain Quality Systems & Compliance Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System Lead audits, deviations, change controls, CAPAs, and complaint investigations Ensure all documentation remains compliant and inspection ready Product & Technical Quality Review and approve validation protocols, reports, and testing strategies Lead or support complex investigations and root cause analysis Compile and review Product Quality Reports Regulatory & Recall Readiness Provide QA input for regulatory submissions and communications Support and maintain recall readiness processes Documentation & Sample Control Oversee reference and retain sample systems, including storage and traceability Ensure complete and accurate product history records for audit purposes Training & Cross-Functional Support Develop and maintain SOPs and controlled documentation Deliver QA training across systems, investigations, and change control Contribute to management review and quality performance reporting Stakeholder Engagement Act as QA representative during audits, inspections, and partner meetings Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners Requirements Degree in a scientific discipline Approximately 5+ years experience in a regulated QA/QC environment Strong understanding of quality systems, HACCP principles, and analytical processes Experience in food, supplement, or regulated manufacturing environments Previous exposure to audits, supplier quality, or quality system ownership High attention to detail with strong organisational and communication skills For more information, please contact Sinéad Cullen on or
Supply Chain Specialist - SAP Master Data Steward Hybrid RK25919 Contract 11 months Meath Were currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with an award-winning Pharmaceutical organization based in Meath. This is an excellent position for anyone who is looking to join a leading multinational who are one of the best at what they do. Key Responsibilities: Lead and govern the process of Master Data creation and provide solutions for the business when issues are raised through the creation process. Provide Master Data Quality Reports and make sure the local data is kept on a high standard of quality Work in collaboration with different stakeholders and drive decision-making to keep high standards of data quality Lead and assist other work streams with material creation in COMET (SAP). Lead Master Data projects & coordinate with stakeholders to ensure master data milestones are met Develop, monitor & cascade learning for master data management Manage & analyze workflow data requests for compliance, accuracy and completeness Design and drive user acceptance testing (for new SAP introduction, data changes, disaster recovery) Train & advise team members on data standards to ensure all data management processes are adhering to the standards Manage data entry in key systems and oversee the end-to-end data management process Accountable for tracking and achieving master data accuracy targets Act as expert and educate team members, end-users, and business leaders on MDM processes and the master data lifecycle to enable accurate, efficient, and timely quality processes and data Collaborate with data owners across multiple Self Direct Work Teams and Hubs to create new and maintain existing data standards Lead resolution of master data-related issues to ensure no interruption to the value stream. Participate as required in the SAP performance management process using forums such as operation meetings, dashboards and other resources Perform other responsibilities as assigned. Education and Experience: Degree or 3rd level qualification (Business, Science, Engineering) Advanced degree, diploma or certification in Data or Supply Chain Management preferred 3-5 years of COMET (SAP) Master Data experience in the manufacturing environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry COMET (SAP) Master data experience should include an excellent understanding of Material Master, purchasing, BOM, Routing, Quality etc. If interested in this posting please feel free to contact Rachel Kent at Life Science Recruitment for further information.
