181 Jobs in Clonmel

This role will be based in one of our **Cork sites.** Providing manufacturing, product and process co-ordination **support to the manufacturing line and Line Support.** This is a great opportunity for students who are interested learning more about manufacturing operations.
Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker's **2026 Cooperative** cohort.
_Tasks and responsibilities may include:_
+ **Coordinate and prioritise** production to meet customer requirements, maintain inventory levels and relevant Key Production Indicators (KPIs) as per the plan developed with the Operations Supervisor. **Communicate and record output levels.**
+ Support the Supervisor and Operations Associate in the **maintaining of the Daily Management records.**
+ Collaborate with **NPI teams** to ensure that builds are **prioritised and progressed** through the line as per required timelines.
+ Identify and manage **training priorities vs business needs** monthly
+ Support the Line Support Team with the **formation of a training schedule** and ensuring the execution of the plan, ensuring versatility, station rotation and line staffing plans are adequate to meet business needs. **Train & support the line SME's in delivery of training.**
+ Support the **implementation, and scheduling of training** for **document changes.**
+ Support the Supervisor and Operations Associate in developing **Production Training plans** for new hires and ensure **cross-training plans for employees** are implemented.
+ Support the Operations Associate in the upkeep of the **SLMS training & ensuring that training is effectively recorded** in line with QMS.
+ Reviews overtime needs with Operations Supervisor and **co-ordinates gathering?list of team members to meet this need.**
+ Support the Supervisor with creating **Staffing Plans** .
+ Ensure **quality standards** and expectations are communicated and deployed.
+ Maintain the reports on **quality and production metrics** (rework, scrap, line clearance, QA audits, cell shutdown)
+ Participate in **continuous improvement activities** , e.g. **Lean/Cost Reduction** initiatives.
+ All other duties as assigned
**What you will need:**
+ Currently completing an Irish or Northern Irish university qualification in **Engineering, Manufacturing or** Management courses.
+ Must be able to analyze and correct complex testing and/or systems issues of a broad scope using independent judgment
+ **Honesty and integrity;** must comply with the quality system, regulations, and company policies
+ **Self-motivated, flexible, and hardworking -** enjoys working in a dynamic, fast and results orientated environment
+ Is a **team player** and capable of working as part of a **multi-disciplined team**
+ **Excellent verbal and written communication skills** as well as a basic PC knowledge
+ Available for either **6, 9 or 12 months** - exact duration and start date to be discussed with your Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Stryker
**What we can** **offer** :
+ Attractive **salary** & **vacation** entitlement
+ Experience **our inclusive, people-first culture** . You will be paired with mentors and have access to leaders who **support your growth, give constructive feedback, and help build confidence.**
+ **Flexible** working hours
+ **Sports & Social** clubs and DE&I **Employee Resource Groups** and the opportunity to **connect with other co-ops**
+ The opportunity to contribute to **real-world projects** that make a difference in improving **healthcare and patients' lives.** In Stryker, you will be given responsibilities that truly matter.
**Next steps:**
+ Once you have applied to one of our co-op opportunities, our dedicated University Recruiting Business Partners will take some time to look through your application and ensure you meet the criteria in relation to the specific position.
+ Should all requirements be met, and you are happy to proceed, in September, successful candidates will be invited to a final round business interview with the hiring team.
+ If successful through the final round business interview, you will receive your offer shortly after
+ Please note, individual recruitment timelines may vary - please keep in contact with your University Recruiting Business Partner and your university placement coordinator for specific timelines and updates.
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

This position provides experience of working in a regulated medical device company. You will have the opportunity to develop and apply basic knowledge and understanding of the quality, regulatory and legal frameworks, regulatory requirements, legislation, processes and procedures.
Additionally, this opportunity provides good knowledge of **EU Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC, EU Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 and US regulatory requirements** across a wide range and classification of products. Through this, it is possible to see how these regulations are implemented in practice in industry.
Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker's 2025 Cooperative cohort.
_Tasks and responsibilities may include:_
+ Together, with your Stryker team leader and college supervisor, identify a **Q** **uality/R** **egulatory** **A** **ffairs** improvement project along with project objectives, scope, success factors, milestones and evaluation
+ Communicates **project updates** and presents at the relevant project review forums
+ Assists in the development of **regulatory procedures** and best practices
+ Assists in the preparation of **technical documentation** and **submission packages** for regulatory agencies
+ Ensures compliance with the **Quality and Safety systems**
+ As a student, effectively adapts to practically working in a workplace by being **dependable, punctual, hardworking,** **organised** and a **team-player** with the ability to **take initiative**
**What you will need:**
+ Currently completing an Irishor Northern Irish university qualification in **Engineering or Science or other related** **courses**
+ **Honesty and** **i** **ntegrity** ; must comply with the quality system, regulations, and company policies
+ **Self-motivated, flexible, and hardworking** - enjoys working in a dynamic, fast and results orientated environment
+ **Reliable, dependable, and punctual**
+ Organised, focused, and capable of **multi-tasking**
+ Good **analytical** and **problem-solving skills**
+ **Good verbal and written communication** skills as well as **basic PC skills**
+ Is a **team player** and capable of working as part of a **multi-disciplined team**
+ Available for either **6, 9 or 12 months** - exact duration and start date to be discussed with your Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Stryker
**What we can offer:**
+ Attractive **salary** & **vacation** entitlement
+ Experience **our inclusive, people-first culture** . You will be paired with mentors and have access to leaders who **support your growth, give constructive feedback, and help build confidence.**
+ **Flexible** working hours
+ **Sports & Social** clubs and DE&I **Employee Resource Groups**
+ The opportunity to contribute to **real-world projects** that make a difference in improving **healthcare and patients' lives.** In Stryker, you will be given responsibilities that truly matter.
**Next steps:**
+ Once you have applied to one of our co-op opportunities, our dedicated University Recruiting Business Partners will take some time to look through your application and ensure you meet the criteria in relation to the specific position.
+ Should all requirements be met, and you are happy to proceed, in September, successful candidates will be invited to a final round business interview with the hiring team.
+ If successful through the final round business interview, you will receive your offer shortly after
+ Please note, individual recruitment timelines may vary - please keep in contact with your University Recruiting Business Partner and your university placement coordinator for specific timelines and updates
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

As **(Senior) Project Manager AO (Advanced Operations)** , you'll take full ownership of assigned projects-from initiation to closure. You'll lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget, while aligning closely with stakeholders across Product Development, Global Marketing, Manufacturing and more.
**What will you do:**
+ Lead and manage multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver NPI (New Product Introduction), process, and technology implementation projects.
+ Drive project execution across scope, timeline, quality, and cost dimensions.
+ Define, develop, and maintain project schedules and key deliverables.
+ Collaborate closely with Product Development, Advanced Technology, and Global Marketing to ensure successful project launches.
+ Partner with Operations to assess and optimise process layouts for new integrations-ensuring efficient space usage and process flow.
+ Oversee stakeholder communication and expectations across multiple levels of the organisation.
+ Manage project risks and align with the broader AO team to resolve common NPI challenges.
+ Participate in the selection, training, and performance review of internal and external project resources.
+ Use project management tools and techniques to prioritise tasks and maintain project momentum.
+ Support continuous improvement by identifying best practices and lessons learned.
**What will you need:**
**Required:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
+ Several years of experience in a technical or project management role, ideally in a regulated industry.
+ Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
+ A proactive mindset with a keen eye for detail and risk management.
+ Experience with project management software and familiarity with GD&T, statistical methods, process mapping, and validation protocols is a plus.
+ Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-changing environment where flexibility and initiative are key.
**Preferred:**
+ Proven experience leading engineering or NPI projects from start to finish.
Diversity is important to us. We welcome applications from people regardless of their ethnic, national or social origin, gender, disability, age or sexual identity.
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Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

As a Staff Regulatory Affairs Specialist based in Cork, you will play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance for Stryker's medical devices across global markets. In addition, you will support product transfers between Stryker manufacturing sites and international markets, with a focus on CE Mark submissions and EU MDR compliance.
Reporting to the Regulatory Affairs Manager, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and regulatory authorities throughout the product lifecycle to ensure timely approvals and ongoing market access.
**What you will do:**
+ Develop and execute regulatory strategies to support product transfers and international registrations.
+ Prepare and maintain regulatory submissions in compliance with EU MDR and other global regulations.
+ Evaluate technical documentation, clinical and nonclinical data, and labeling for regulatory compliance.
+ Advise internal stakeholders on requirements for quality, preclinical, and clinical data throughout the product lifecycle.
+ Monitor changes in global regulatory requirements and update strategies and processes accordingly.
+ Review proposed product changes and assess their impact on global registrations.
+ Communicate with global regulatory authorities during submission preparation, review, and post-approval phases.
+ Support internal audits and regulatory inspections as needed.
**What will you need:**
**_Required:_**
+ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field. Master's degree in Regulatory Science or RAC certification is a plus.
+ Minimum 4 years of Regulatory Affairs experience in the medical device industry.
+ Proven experience with EU MDR and CE Marking processes.
+ Hands-on experience with international product registration and lifecycle maintenance.
+ Knowledge of Class III and II medical devices, ideally in instruments.
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
**_Preferred:_**
+ Experience supporting product transfer projects between global manufacturing sites.
+ Familiarity with additional international markets beyond Europe.
+ Background in sustaining RA for complex device portfolios.
Diversity is important to us. We welcome applications from people regardless of their ethnic, national or social origin, gender, disability, age or sexual identity.
**Additional information**
Thanks to our flexible working hours model, you will have the opportunity to work partially from the home office. However, a regular presence of 2 days a week on site at our location in Cork should be always given to build sustainable relationships and maintain personal contact with colleagues as well as the departments.
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

This role will be based in one of our **Cork sites.** Perform testing on medical device products and components using automated, semi-automated and manual methods. Follow test request protocols and report through mainly written but also verbally on the results of the tests. Evaluate variable data and understand and articulate attributes of product and component performance.
Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker's **2026 Cooperative** cohort.
**Tasks and responsibilities may include:**
+ Together, with your Stryker team leader and college supervisor, **identify a process improvement project** along with project objectives, scope, success factors, milestones and evaluation metrics
+ Provide support to Research & Development, Advanced Operations and Global Quality Operations on the **development and verification testing** of new and existing products
+ Develop and coordinate **inspection and testing procedures** for prototypes, components and products
+ Formulate **test guidelines and procedures** and recommend revisions of specifications where necessary
+ Set up and perform **routine to non-routine experiments** of moderate scope which comply with FDA requirements and appropriate engineering standards
+ Extract and process **test data/findings** into **both formal written and verbal reports** which comply with FDA requirements and appropriate engineering standards
+ Assist in designing, installing and maintaining **process sampling systems, procedures, statistical techniques, testing mechanisms, equipment and fixtures**
+ Comply with **documentation procedures and maintain test laboratory** housekeeping standards to the highest level
+ Coordinate with facilities and assist in **the maintenance of test equipment** and **test lab fixtures and fittings**
+ Effectively adapts to practically working in a workplace by being **dependable, punctual, initiative-taking, hardworking, organised and a team-player**
**What we can offer:**
+ Attractive **salary** & **vacation** entitlement
+ Experience **our inclusive, people-first culture** . You will be paired with mentors and have access to leaders who **support your growth, give constructive feedback, and help build confidence.**
+ **Flexible** working hours
+ **Sports & Social** clubs and DE&I **Employee Resource Groups**
+ The opportunity to contribute to **real-world projects** that make a difference in improving **healthcare and patients' lives.** In Stryker, you will be given responsibilities that truly matter.
**What you will need:**
+ Currently completing an Irish or Northern Irish university qualification in Engineering courses including:
+ **Mechanical Engineering**
+ **Biomedical Engineering**
+ Have very good **visual acuity** and demonstrate fine motor skills, as well as observe and correct **minute inconsistencies** (e.g. in the printed word, product appearance, etc.)
+ Must be able to analyze and correct complex testing and/or systems issues of a broad scope using **independent judgment**
+ **Honesty and integrity;** must comply with the quality system, regulations, and company policies
+ **Self-motivated, flexible, and hardworking** - enjoys working in a dynamic, fast and results orientated environment
+ Is a **team player** and capable of working as part of a **multi-disciplined team**
+ Excellent verbal and written **communication skills** as well as a **basic level of PC skills**
+ A keen interest in all things **Engineering,** as well as an eagerness to **learn and develop**
+ Available for either **6, 9 or 12 months** - exact duration and start date to be discussed with your Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Stryker
**Next steps:**
+ Once you have applied to one of our co-op opportunities, our dedicated University Recruiting Business Partners will take some time to look through your application and ensure you meet the criteria in relation to the specific position.
+ Should all requirements be met, and you are happy to proceed, in September, successful candidates will be invited to a final round business interview with the hiring team.
+ If successful through the final round business interview, you will receive your offer shortly after
+ Please note, individual recruitment timelines may vary - please keep in contact with your University Recruiting Business Partner and your university placement coordinator for specific timelines and updates.
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

**23 month fixed term, hybrid role based in Carrigtwohill, Cork**
**Who we want:**
+ **Self-directed activators.** People who take ownership of their work and need no prompting to drive productivity, change, and outcomes.
+ **Goal-oriented developers.** Keeping the customer and requirements squarely in focus, people who deliver safe and robust solutions.
+ **User-focused creators.** People who imagine with the user in mind, developing technology that helps change patients' lives.
**What you will do:**
+ Work with a multidisciplinary team to support new product and process introductions with a focus on Plastics
+ Select components and equipment
+ Develop plastic component specific testing and inspection protocols
+ Complete capital acquisition activity from specifying equipment right through to validation
+ Participate in PFMEA, Control Plan, SOP and PPAP generation
**Key Skills:**
+ Excellent teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills
+ Experience in developing processes for manufacturing plastic components
+ Experience of Design for Manufacturing, capability studies, verification and validation
**What you need:**
+ Must have a minimum of a Degree (level 8) in a suitable subject e.g. Engineering, Polymers
+ An infectious enthusiasm for problem solving
This role may be suitable for candidates with experience in the following roles or similar:
+ Plastics Processing
+ Process Engineer
+ Polymer Engineer
+ Project Engineer
+ R&D Engineer
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

**Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D**
**Permanent Hybrid role based in the Innovation Centre, Carrigtwohill**
**Role Summary:**
Join our innovative team as a Mechanical Design Engineer (R&D) to spearhead the development of a ground-breaking medical device aimed at tackling blood loss during medical procedures. This role offers the unique opportunity to collaborate with electronic and software engineers to design and develop a commercial product that will elevate the standard of care for some of the most vulnerable patients. Engage directly with caregivers, gather user feedback on prototypes, and support clinical studies to refine your designs and contribute to safer surgical outcomes. Be a part of a mission-driven project that promises to make a significant impact on healthcare.
**Who we want:**
As a Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D, you will perform a wide variety of technical work in planning, design and implementation of mechanical design for medical devices used by surgeons and healthcare surgical staff to allow them to plan and perform their procedures. This role will be a key contributor to the mechanical design of embedded medical devices supporting our quantification of blood loss research.
**What you will do:**
Technical Responsibilities:
- Under minimal supervision, research, design, develop, modify, and verify components/modules for medical devices
- Translate design inputs to engineering specifications and produce sub-system level designs
- Develop and analyze solutions, prototyping one or more options to provide proof of concept
- Apply fundamental and some advanced concepts, practices and procedures for problem solving
Business Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate advanced understanding of customer needs and design inputs
- Demonstrate proficiency with product's intended use and clinical procedures
- Learn how the financial models are constructed
Med Device Compliance:
- Follow fundamental industry standards, design requirements and test strategies which apply to regulatory requirements
- Independently create or refine engineering documentation, such as the Design History file
- Follow R&D procedure like design controls and risk management, per the Quality Management System
General Responsibilities:
- Under minimal supervision, work with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing and Project Management to ensure project success
- Quickly process and assimilate procedures, policies, processes, systems, and technology required
- Work on complex problems, applying advanced experience and learnings
- Demonstrate ownership and prioritize work with minimal supervision
- Works as key member of the team, collaborating with others and solidifying relationships
**Minimum Qualifications (Required):**
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or BioMedical & 4+ years of work experience
**Preferred Qualifications (Strongly desired):**
Technical Skills:
- Working knowledge and understanding of mechanical engineering practices and design principles
- Technical ability to create engineering drawings and models, applying GD&T and CAE tools
- Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes to product design
- Ability to Communicate basic plans and technical information to team members
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

**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 107,000 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 6000 people across tensites. 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 Vascular Division Clonmel**
Abbott Vascular is one of the world's leading vascular care businesses. Abbott Vascular is uniquely focused on advancing the treatment of vascular disease and improving patient care by combining the latest medical device innovations with world-class pharmaceuticals, investing in research and development and advancing medicine through training and education.
Our broad line of vascular devices-which includes vessel closure, endovascular and coronary technologies-are used to treat vessel diseases of the heart, carotid arteries and peripheral blood vessels. These vessel diseases can lead to heart attack, stroke, critical limb ischemia and other serious vascular conditions.
**PURPOSE OF THE JOB**
Provides 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.
**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Responsible for compliance with applicable corporate and divisional policies and procedures.
+ Responds to assembly line equipment repair calls, diagnosing equipment problems, and performing necessary repairs.
+ Documents equipment qualifications and upgrades made to existing machines, including preventative maintenance performed and parts used, to ensure appropriate documentation of repair history in Asset Management Integrating Global Operations (AMIGO).
+ Maintains back-up equipment and ensures spare parts are maintained at the required levels to meet manufacturing equipment needs.
+ Assists industrial, manufacturing, and quality engineers in the operation of equipment.
+ Provides equipment development engineers with feedback on equipment issues and offers suggestions for improving equipment uptime.
+ Assists in the construction of worktables, providing necessary utilities, and setting up equipment on manufacturing assembly lines.
+ Modifies existing assembly lines or workstations as required to accommodate manufacturing demands.
**EDUCATION & COMPETENCIES**
+ National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) level 6 qualification in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience advantageous but not essential, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
+ Applies limited knowledge of basic technical concepts and practices and a basic understanding of product or systems fundamentals. Utilizes basic knowledge of numerical and/or statistical data and computer software programs to resolve routine problems. Will perform this job in a quality system environment. Failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.
+ Performs routine technical tasks working from detailed written or verbal instructions. Performs routine set-up, testing, repair, inspection, and/or maintenance of certain area-specific equipment, materials, systems, and/or product. Assignments require limited judgment in troubleshooting proven processes.
+ Completes daily work to meet established schedule with guidance from supervisor on prioritization of tasks. May perform an AMIGO planning role to plan activities for other technicians in the department.
+ Solves problems of limited scope and complexity requiring basic interpretation of well-defined procedures and practices. Maintains confidentiality in handling sensitive information or documents.
**Safety Statement: Refer to the site safety statement (SHE038447) for your safety, health, and welfare at work responsibilities.**
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email

**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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott in Ireland**
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
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**Purpose Statement**
Manages activities and allocates resources within the business excellence area, to ensure complete business excellence support is provided to the site to meet strategic and department goals. Develops, communicates and implements a strategy for business excellence (Lean, 6 sigma and Class A) and measures this through the AVOS system. Fosters a culture of business excellence throughout the organisation, where lean is our way of working, six sigma is our problem solving tool, and we are a Class A leading site. Ensure financial / cost improvement projects (CIP) goals are met through continuous improvement activities. Develops & implements digital lean strategy improvements across the business to drive key efficiencies.
**Key Responsibilities**
1. Recruits, coaches and develops organisational talent.
2. Fosters a diverse workplace that enables all participants to contribute to their full potential in pursuit of organisational objectives.
3. Keeps the organizations vision and values at the forefront of decision making and action.
4. Demonstrates effective change leadership.
5. Builds strategic partnerships to further departmental and organisational objectives.
6. Develops and executes organizational and operational policies that affect one or more groups by utilising technical/professional knowledge and skills.
7. Monitors compliance with company policies and procedures (for example (e.g.) compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA), British Standards Institution (BSI), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, etcetera (etc.)).
8. Makes decisions regarding work processes or operational plans and schedules in order to achieve department objectives.
9. Develops, monitors and appropriately adjusts the annual budget for department(s).
10. Develops strategy, approach, content and structure of business excellence roadmap, and ensures execution of same. Incorporate lean and six sigma applications into business excellence approach.
11. Develops and co-ordinates execution of detailed implementation plans for all levels of the organisation, including monthly milestone reporting.
12. Provides leadership and direction to site for all business excellence activities.
13. Provides organisational readiness / change agent support for the site.
14. Provides forum for internal & external benchmarking to ensure best practices in business excellence.
15. Facilitates strategic planning process, including regular review of performance against this plan.
16. Develops a digital lean strategy to create efficiencies across the business and fosters new ways of working & managing the business.
17. Liaise & benchmark with internal (Abbott Divisions) and external
stakeholders.
**Education & Job Skills**
1. (Experience/Education) National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) level 7 qualification in a relevant discipline. 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
2. (Technical/Business Knowledge (Job Skills)) Provides direction and monitors progress of exempt specialists and/or supervisory staff toward departmental goals; monitors costs of projects and of human and material resources within a department or unit; monitors company-wide indicators such as market share and profitability; monitors external environment in area of technical or professional responsibility. Will perform this job in a quality system environment. Failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.
3. (Cognitive Skills) Develops and/or identifies new work processes and the improved utilisation of human and material resources within the assigned or related functions or groups; facilitates others' participation in the continuous improvement programme; investigates and solves problems that impact work processes and personnel within or across units or departments; develops and communicates a vision for the organisational unit assigned.
4. (Influence/Leadership) Develops, communicates, and builds consensus for operating goals that are in alignment with the division. Provides leadership to assigned staff and supervisors by communicating and providing guidance towards achieving department objectives.
5. (Planning/Organisation) Creates immediate to long-range plans to carry out objectives established by top management; develops and calculates a budget for a department or group to meet organisational goals; forecasts future departmental needs including human and material resources and capital expenditures; recommends or modifies the structure of organisational units or a centralised functional activity subject to senior management approval.
6. (Decision Making/Impact) Assignments are expressed in the form of objectives; makes decisions regarding work processes or operational plans and schedules in order to achieve the programme objectives established by senior management; consequences of erroneous decisions or recommendations would normally include critical delays and modifications to projects or operations with substantial expenditure of time, human resources, and funds, and may jeopardise future business activity.
7. (Supervision Received) Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long-term perspective, for desired results.
8. (Supervision Provided) Provides direction and guidance to exempt specialist and/or supervisory personnel who exercise significant latitude and independence in their assignments; evaluates performance of and assists in career development planning for subordinates; often responsible for a centralised staff or professional function of the company.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email