54 Manufacturing Team Lead jobs in Ireland
Manufacturing Lead
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Chanelle Pharma is seeking a highly experienced and strategic
Manufacturing Lead
to join our ambitious ERP transformation programme. This role will lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of manufacturing processes as part of our SAP S/4HANA Cloud ERP rollout. Operating within a regulated pharmaceutical environment, the Manufacturing Lead will play a critical role in aligning operations with best practices, compliance standards, and business objectives.
Location: Onsite 5 Days Per Week in our Loughrea Facility.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing Strategy & Execution
- Lead the development and execution of manufacturing strategies aligned with business and regulatory requirements
- Define and implement best practices for process manufacturing, including work order execution, multi-level BOMs, sub-assemblies, and recipes
- Serve as the Manufacturing Workstream Lead within the SAP S/4HANA Cloud ERP programme, following an "Adopt not Adapt" methodology
- Collaborate with SAP consultants, ERP project team, production planners, quality, and IT to configure manufacturing parameters, routings, and integration points
- Ensure accurate and compliant setup of manufacturing master data (materials, BOMs, routings, production versions)
- Create and maintain process documentation and participate in ERP testing phases to validate manufacturing functionality
GxP Compliance & Validation
- Ensure manufacturing processes comply with GxP regulations, including 21 CFR Part 11 and EU GMP Annex 11
- Support Computer System Validation (CSV) activities and implement controls for electronic signatures, audit trails, and batch traceability
Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as the primary liaison for all production-related ERP matters across internal departments
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote process ownership and operational excellence
Operational Excellence
- Define and monitor manufacturing KPIs (e.g., throughput, yield, downtime) post-ERP implementation
- Drive improvements in production scheduling, resource utilization, and shop floor visibility
Skills & Competencies
- Proven leadership in manufacturing workstreams within large-scale ERP implementations
- Deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA or SAP Cloud ERP, especially in regulated pharmaceutical or CDMO environments
Hands-on experience with:
Production Planning (PP) and Manufacturing Execution (ME)
- Multi-level BOMs, routings, recipes
Batch management and traceability
Familiarity with SAP Best Practices and Fit-to-Standard methodologies
- Strong understanding of GxP, CSV, and ALCOA+ principles
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience with process mapping tools and data governance
Experience & Qualifications
- Senior leadership experience in manufacturing or operations within regulated pharma or CDMO environments
- Demonstrated success in ERP implementation, particularly SAP
- Relevant academic qualifications in engineering, manufacturing, or life sciences
- SAP certification or supply chain/manufacturing credentials (desirable)
- Experience with AI/ML tools for production optimisation and predictive maintenance (desirable)
Applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those returning after a career break or with transferable skills from non-traditional career paths, are encouraged to apply. We value varied experiences and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports individuals with disabilities.
Manufacturing Team Lead
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We Make Life More Rewarding and Dignified
Location
: Ballina
Department
This is a Permanent position on Continental Shift, 2 x 12 hour days followed by 2 x 12 hour nights (8 days rotation - 4 days on 4 days off) Managing a team of 15-20 Associates.
This Manufacturing Team Lead is a key role within the organization tasked with driving daily performance management at the shop floor level. This will be achieved by coaching, guiding and developing hourly Associates to drive improved results in the areas of Production, Safety, Quality, Service and Cost objectives compatible with Hollister's Mission and Vision, through execution of Hollister Production System standards. This role is additionally responsible for implementing policies and corrective actions and advocating team growth within a team-based environment.
Responsibilities
Employee Relations
- Provide leadership to the team(s) under the incumbent's shift & area of responsibility to coach and enable Associates to be successful in meeting or exceeding team goals in safety, quality, service & cost in an environment of continuous improvement, engaging Associates and using HPS infrastructure as the primary management system.
- Drive resolution of issues preventing the team to achieve daily targets by effectively managing relationships with support functions under appropriate sense of urgency.
- Where applicable conduct employee performance and development reviews, provide constructive feedback for performance improvements, personal development and conflict resolution.
- Support, model, and promote Hollister Cultural Beliefs and plant culture. Interpret and apply company policies in a consistent manner.
- Ensure Associates complete all appropriate training on time and that it is recorded.
- Spend at least 70% of the time on the manufacturing floor managing performance, coaching Associates, and confirming appropriate standards are being followed.
Engagement
- Monitor and provide developmental coaching for Associates growing into leadership roles within the team.
- Monitor metrics that impact Team performance and address shortfalls in achieving goals and targets.
- Recognize and reward Associates for achievements through use of approved programs.
- Ensure GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), requirements are maintained.
Production Oversight
- Provide a safe work environment. Monitor safety conditions within the team, including incident reports, near misses and conduct accident investigations with root cause analysis.
- Assist in the improvement of critical KPI's for the area under supervision. Review and propose machine production rate goals based on equipment performance and continuous improvement.
- Monitor hourly/daily/weekly performance (including efficiency/scrap reports); address issues as needed.
- Participate and facilitate Tier meetings.
- Respond to and facilitate efforts to address quality issues, including corrective and preventative actions within their direct area of responsibility.
- Ensure adherence to site quality compliance requirements.
- Ensure delivery schedule meets customer priorities; analyse machine capacity and staffing needs to meet demands.
Staffing And Resource Planning
- Manage staffing levels to ensure plans are executed, maintain cross-training matrices.
- Assist direct report in identifying skills needed for each team (leadership, technical, experience, etc.)
- Interview and select candidates for team positions.
Essential Functions Of The Role
- Frequent movement over large manufacturing floor area
- Leadership experience in a team-based environment
- Public speaking requirements (team based)
- Significant reading requirements
- Effective communication and listening skills (both oral and written)
- Ability to travel
- Flexibility to work shifts
Work Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years experience in a medical device manufacturing facility desired.
- Proven leadership experience and demonstrated track record in knowledge of the work, and of the job responsibilities.
Education Requirements
- Holds a minimum of a Level 7 Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, ideally Supervisory Management.
Specialized Skills/Technical Knowledge
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build and maintain trust in a team environment.
- Critical Thinking and problem-solving techniques.
- Lean and Six Sigma knowledge & experience required.
Familiarity with manufacturing ERP systems and shop floor data acquisition
About Hollister Incorporated
Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employee-owned company that develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products worldwide. The company spearheads the advancement of innovative products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also creates educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals. Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three continents and sells in nearly 80 countries. Hollister is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc., and is guided both by its Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for people who use our products and services, as well as its Vision to grow and prosper as an independent, employee-owned company, and in the process, to become better human beings.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Day Manufacturing Team Lead
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At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at
Job Function:
Supply Chain Manufacturing
Job Sub Function:
Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Process Operations
Job Category:
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland
Job Description:
About Innovative Medicine
Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.
Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.
Learn more at
We are searching for the best talent for Operations Day Team Lead .
Purpose:
We at J&J are passionate about our work and play vital roles across a range of professional disciplines, and care deeply about our customers and communities. At Johnson & Johnson our culture enables dynamic and impactful careers.
We endeavor to create an environment where we:
Display passion about doing what's right and work on own initiative.
Become familiar with daily activities in all areas of Manufacturing.
Facilitate an environment of continuous improvement, open communication, collaboration and teamwork to ensure that work targets for shift are met.
Lead investigations in work area as necessary and work as a strategic partner with cross-functional teams as necessary to support site goals.
Support training of other Operations colleagues and new team members.
Foster and environment of knowledge sharing across the team and continuous improvement procedures.
Give Exposure to multiple new technologies that are shaping future biopharmaceutical industry trends
Work in a dynamic multiproduct environment
Provide Opportunity to work in Global cross platform initiatives and projects
Encourage further development through educational assistance program.
Demonstrate values and behavior's consistent Johnson & Johnson Credo.
You will be responsible for :
- Working assigned day patterns to meet business needs and operations schedule.
- Coordination of operations team to meet production schedule in a safe, compliant and cost-effective manner.
- Completion of pulse walkdowns to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements particularly in relation to the pharmaceutical industry, health and safety requirements and environmental legislation and cGMP requirements.
- Troubleshooting of process issues and escalating/collaborating with relevant support to resolve in a timely and effective manner.
- Support of Project and Commissioning/ Qualification activities as required
- Deputize for area manager
There are 3 specific areas in the manufacturing process and each area has individual responsibilities and requirements outlined below:
Cell Culture Activities
- Employ strict aseptic technique to all cell culture activities.
- Monitor and control, media harvest hold area.
- Continuous monitoring of cell culture process.
- Media filtration and storage.
- Assembly and disassembly of the Bioreactor vessels.
- Assembly and disassembly of cell culture recovery equipment (ATF/Biomass systems).
Purification Activities
- Chromatography processing of biopharmaceutical product using Unicorn/ Delta V control system.
- Filtration, Virus filtration and Ultrafiltration of purified product.
- Final filtration, filling and finishing of purified product.
Bioprocess Supply Activities
- Assembly and disassembly of Operations equipment for cleaning and sterilization.
- Operation of washers and autoclaves to clean and sterilize equipment.
- Operation of COP and SOP booths.
- Buffer and media preparation.
Qualifications / Requirements:
ESSENTIAL
- Third level or equivalent qualification
- Demonstration of leadership capabilities in previous roles
Understanding of the requirements of cGMP and familiarity with other relevant regulatory requirements
DESIRABLE:
- Scientific or Technical Qualification
- Supervisory experience
- Operations experience within a GMP regulated environment
- Operations experience within a Life Sciences or Biopharmaceutical environment.
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Day Manufacturing Team Lead
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At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at
Job Function
Supply Chain Manufacturing
Job Sub Function
Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Process Operations
Job Category
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland
Job Description
About Innovative Medicine
Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.
Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.
Learn more at
We are searching for the best talent for Operations Day Team Lead.
Purpose
We at J&J are passionate about our work and play vital roles across a range of professional disciplines, and care deeply about our customers and communities. At Johnson & Johnson our culture enables dynamic and impactful careers.
We Endeavor To Create An Environment Where We
Display passion about doing what's right and work on own initiative.
Become familiar with daily activities in all areas of Manufacturing.
Facilitate an environment of continuous improvement, open communication, collaboration and teamwork to ensure that work targets for shift are met.
Lead investigations in work area as necessary and work as a strategic partner with cross-functional teams as necessary to support site goals.
Support training of other Operations colleagues and new team members.
Foster and environment of knowledge sharing across the team and continuous improvement procedures.
Give Exposure to multiple new technologies that are shaping future biopharmaceutical industry trends
Work in a dynamic multiproduct environment
Provide Opportunity to work in Global cross platform initiatives and projects
Encourage further development through educational assistance program.
Demonstrate values and behavior's consistent Johnson & Johnson Credo.
You Will Be Responsible For
- Working assigned day patterns to meet business needs and operations schedule.
- Coordination of operations team to meet production schedule in a safe, compliant and cost-effective manner.
- Completion of pulse walkdowns to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements particularly in relation to the pharmaceutical industry, health and safety requirements and environmental legislation and cGMP requirements.
- Troubleshooting of process issues and escalating/collaborating with relevant support to resolve in a timely and effective manner.
- Support of Project and Commissioning/ Qualification activities as required
- Deputize for area manager
There are 3 specific areas in the manufacturing process and each area has individual responsibilities and requirements outlined below:
Cell Culture Activities
- Employ strict aseptic technique to all cell culture activities.
- Monitor and control, media harvest hold area.
- Continuous monitoring of cell culture process.
- Media filtration and storage.
- Assembly and disassembly of the Bioreactor vessels.
- Assembly and disassembly of cell culture recovery equipment (ATF/Biomass systems).
Purification Activities
- Chromatography processing of biopharmaceutical product using Unicorn/ Delta V control system.
- Filtration, Virus filtration and Ultrafiltration of purified product.
- Final filtration, filling and finishing of purified product.
Bioprocess Supply Activities
- Assembly and disassembly of Operations equipment for cleaning and sterilization.
- Operation of washers and autoclaves to clean and sterilize equipment.
- Operation of COP and SOP booths.
- Buffer and media preparation.
Essential
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Third level or equivalent qualification
- Demonstration of leadership capabilities in previous roles
- Understanding of the requirements of cGMP and familiarity with other relevant regulatory requirements
Desirable
- Scientific or Technical Qualification
- Supervisory experience
- Operations experience within a GMP regulated environment
- Operations experience within a Life Sciences or Biopharmaceutical environment.
Lead Manufacturing Engineer
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Exaktera brings together world-class brands in lasers, LEDs, and optical systems, delivering reliable, high-performance solutions to OEMs and end-users worldwide. In industrial, medical, and machine vision markets, our technologies power progress where light matters most.
With a global footprint and deep technical expertise, Exaktera provides customers with a single, trusted partner for advanced optical components, systems, and enclosures. Our brands combine decades of engineering excellence with proven application knowledge, ensuring the highest performance, reliability, and value.
A position has arisen within ProPhotonix (An Exaktera Company) for a Lead Manufacturing Engineer
The Role:
The Lead Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with R&D and Production departments to manage and lead projects to maintain and improve the manufacturing process. This role is critical for identifying and driving process improvements within manufacturing to promote a continuous improvement culture. This role is expected to work across and support all departments. This person will be responsible for process engineering team, equipment management, and NPI to manufacturing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead process team.
- Manage and lead projects that improve the manufacturing process.
- Work closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams
- Understand the company's proprietary processes, process flow, and multiple product mix.
- Provide technical support regarding production equipment and process.
- Responsible for the workflow and layout in the cleanroom and backend, working with and supporting the production manager.
- Responsible for all manufacturing processes (cleanroom & general assembly)
- Implement and maintain a cross-training and up-skilling program within the process engineering team.
- Continually identify and drive process-specific improvements, especially tooling and process flow optimization
- Participate in projects to reduce lead-times and reduce costs.
- Support effective creation and control of documents, including digital work instructions within our MES "Process IQ".
- Responsible along with all stakeholders for measuring performance through specific KPI's which will be posted on the SQDIP visual management board.
- Be an advocate for the Lean mindset and lead by example always, whilst promoting the Lean culture.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
The ideal candidate should have:
- Engineering Degree, and 8+ years' experience.
- Must have strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience using Lean/Six Sigma tools and methods (Green Belt preferred).
- Proven record of managing a major project successfully
- Experience with Lean problem solving tools . e.g A3 problem solving, value stream mapping, 5 whys etc.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Experience using ALCOA principles in document traceability.
- Proven People Management experience
- Good technical, and analytical ability.
- Experience of ERP system is an advantage .
Responsibilities:
- Carrying out general assembly tasks to the specified quality and build-time standards
- Following all health and safety and antistatic regulations
- Attending and participating in any production progress meetings as requested
- Taking part in continuous improvement activities as directed.
Required competencies:
- Attention to detail.
- Teamwork.
- Manual dexterity.
- Focus and concentration.
- Reliability.
- Adaptability.
- Structured approach to work.
- Cooperation.
If you are interested in this position and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply via LinkedIn.
Lead Manufacturing Engineer
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A career at Celestica is only for those who want to do something extraordinary with a meaningful purpose: imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers. Celestica is a leader in high – reliability design, manufacturing and supply chain solutions that bring global expertise to every stage of product development.
By joining Celestica Galway (Ireland) as a Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer, you will have the opportunity to lead the development and implementation of fully automated high-volume manufacturing lines from the development stage to full-scale production ramp, producing world-class medical devices in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
This position offers a great opportunity for a Lead Process Engineer to excel in a challenging environment of high-speed automation for micro assemblies across our business in the Automated Technology Solutions & Health-tech (Medical Device) market.
Your next challenge will be…
To lead and be accountable for process development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of the production process and equipment in the manufacturing area. This includes strategic planning and optimization of manufacturing processes.
You will work closely with operations, technical & quality teams, and Product Designers to lead and drive complex projects that significantly improve line performance, provide innovative solutions, and contribute to new business opportunities. You will also be expected to mentor and guide other engineers within the team.
This position will be responsible for leading the process engineering activities for one or more product families in the ATS & Medical Device markets, liaising with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain and Customer contracts, and reporting to our Engineering Manager.
Your day-to-day activities will include the following…
- Oversee and analyze the performance of equipment, machines, and tools using advanced statistical methodologies to resolve complex equipment issues and optimize process parameters to eliminate non-conforming products, low yields, or product quality issues.
- Champion and drive continuous improvement processes for production areas using structured Process Capability and Lean Six Sigma methodologies, leading cross-functional teams in these initiatives.
- Create, execute, coordinate, and lead the design of experiments, test methods, protocols, specifications, and validation documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ) and oversee the development and execution of qualification trials/characterization studies.
- Manage multiple complex projects, generate comprehensive project plans, and lead project teams to drive completion and success, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Oversee the maintenance and calibration of critical equipment-systems, ensuring compliance and optimizing maintenance schedules.
- Interface with cross-functional teams and external vendors to integrate new products, processes, and technologies into the existing manufacturing area, leading the technology transfer and implementation.
- Lead the development of automated solutions for NPI programs, including new business development opportunities, and provide strategic input on automation strategies.
- Oversee and approve the qualification of engineering change management, ensuring robust change control processes.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to other process engineers, fostering their development and growth.
What do we offer?
- Market-competitive total reward: flexible salary, fix and variable salary based on goals
- The opportunity to lead new product introduction teams in the Health Tech sector.
- Engineering Function driven by innovation where creativity matters.
- Training and development opportunities; with us, the sky is the limit
- The opportunity to innovate, learn, mentor others, and work toward your own vision of career success
- A global, collaborative culture with strong leadership imperatives to foster your growth and professional opportunities
- A sustainable culture where we provide opportunities for employees to give back to the community
What do we expect from you?
- Extensive experience using engineering tools and software packages to design and automate complex manufacturing processes.
- Proven experience in detailed analysis, modeling, and methodologies to validate manufacturing process and tooling design and specifications.
- Extensive experience in creating CAPA, FMEA, SOP's, Control Plans, and performing validation (FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ).
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate manufacturing plans, proposals, and results, and negotiate options at executive management levels.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- A strong aptitude for report writing and data analytics.
- In-depth knowledge of the medical device industry and of 21 CFR, (820, 11), ISO13485, specifically in the areas of Change Control and Validation.
What are we looking for?
- A minimum of 4+ years' experience in a Process Engineering role, with a proven track record of leading projects and teams.
- A Primary Degree in an Engineering/Science discipline; a Master's degree is preferred.
- Medical Device AND/OR Automation experience is essential.
- Extensive experience in an ISO13485 medical device manufacturing environment.
- Extensive experience in a highly automated manufacturing environment.
- A strong leader with the ability to initiate and lead change, collaborate and create alignment, drive accountability, think critically, and make sound decisions.
- Someone who is open to the opportunity of short-term travel assignments, particularly at the early stages of the project.
Lead Manufacturing Biotech Associate
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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Lead Manufacturing Biotech Associate. This role will be part of Manufacturing Self Directed work team/ Hub in the new state of the art single use multi-product biotech facility in Dunboyne, County Meath, Ireland. The organisational structure at the site will be based on self-directed work teams where decisions will be made at the level where the data exists.
The Lead Manufacturing Biotech Associate is a leader with strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills. The Lead Manufacturing Biotech Associate is responsible for supporting the manufacturing process, while creating an inclusive culture that energizes a Safety First, Quality Always, with a continuous improvement mindset.
Ensure that objectives are effectively achieved, consistent with our requirements to ensure compliance, safety and provide a reliable supply to our customers.
Bring energy, knowledge, innovation to carry out the following
- Carry out and support operations to achieve assigned duties.
- Deliver shift standard work for a team-based approach to batch progression.
- Document executed activities necessary to allow proper accountability and traceability of production records, Right First Time (RFT).
- Author, review, and/or edit procedures and technical documents to ensure the documents are in accordance with cGMP requirements.
- Provide coaching to the shift teams on the RFT approach to documentation.
- Ensure that all assigned tasks related to manufacturing documentation support is in accordance with good manufacturing practices.
- Identify, escalate and address compliance, environmental, safety, and process deviations as appropriate.
- Support execution of safety walkdowns, audits/ inspections, risk assessment, implementation of agreed upon actions, etc.
- Ensure incident investigations are fully supported with improvement actions implemented and participate in investigations arising from manufacturing documentation aspects as and when required.
- Coach and provide oversight on the shop floor to identify potential issues before they arise.
- Lead approved projects and continuous improvement initiatives that are in alignment with the site strategies.
- Run handover boards and provide key updates to shift leads for handover.
Any other duties as and when assigned by the Manager. Such as act as a designee for Manufacturing Shift Lead as required.
What Skills You Will Need
In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have
- Bachelors Level 8 degree in science, engineering or other technical discipline, or a Level 7 qualification in a science or engineering discipline with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a GMP regulated environment.
- 5 years experience in a regulated GMP environment.
- 3 years experience in Biopharma industry, with direct experience of biologics manufacture would be desirable.
- Proven record of accomplishments in a regulated industry required.
As a company, we are committed to keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.
We are committed to flexible working where possible, and this is why our Company has introduced a new hybrid working model for office-based colleagues around the world.
Please feel free to speak to us about what flexibility means to you during your application.
So, if you are ready to
Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs,
please apply today.
Required Skills
Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Applied Engineering, Autoclaving, Biological Manufacturing, Cell Culture Process Development, Collaborative Communications, Communication, Data Analysis, Fabrication Processes, Filtering Equipment, GMP Compliance, Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Incident Investigations, Liquid Chromatography (LC), Management Process, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Documentation, Manufacturing Quality Control, Mechatronics, Media Preparation, Operational Decisions, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) {+ 5 more}
Preferred Skills
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Senior Lead Manufacturing Engineer
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A career at Celestica is only for those who want to do something extraordinary with a meaningful purpose: imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers. Celestica is a leader in high – reliability design, manufacturing and supply chain solutions that bring global expertise to every stage of product development. By Joining Celestica Galway (Ireland) as a Senior Lead Engineer, Manufacturing Process Engineer you will have the opportunity to work on delivering a fully automated high volume manufacturing line from development stage to full scale production ramp producing world class medical devices in a dynamic, fast moving environment. This position offers a great opportunity for a Senior Lead Engineer to work in a dynamic and challenging environment of high speed automation for micro assemblies across our business in the Automated Technology Solutions & Health-tech (Medical Device) market.
Your next challenge will be…
To become responsible for designing, developing, deploying and optimizing processes for manufacturing to achieve quality, cost and delivery goals for Celestica and its customer's products. This role provides support and ongoing development to a complex high speed automated production line and new product introductions. This position will be responsible for supporting some of our product family in the ATS & Medical Device markets working closely with the operations, technical and quality teams and product designers to drive projects that continually improve the line performance as well as solution and provide input to new business opportunities. The position will report into our Engineering Manager.
Your day to day activities will include the following…
- Being responsible for understanding and implementing the customer's technical roadmap and related process development projects.
- Leading and implementing the development and release of the full manufacturing process for new customer products.
- Understanding and providing feedback on customer's technical requirements to team members and management
- Developing and implementing costed and optimized feedback using Design for manufacturability (DFX) tools and processes, with the goal of reducing manufacturing cost and improving quality and reliability of product.
- Developing, planning and leading the assessment of the capability of process applications using the design of experiments.
- Devising process controls and data collection strategies and evaluating complex data to assist with reporting yield, reliability and diagnoses to root causes failures impacting product quality.
Enabling Competencies:
- Project Management - Ability to manage/lead complex, multiple line engineering projects that may also involve other functions. Demonstrate solid understanding of the technical, financial and people aspects of the project. Able to create a project/change management plan and ensure that the project is delivered within the assigned time and budget. Ability to recognize project barriers and develop mitigation plans
- Leadership - Demonstrate "People & Team Leadership Behaviours" as per Celestica Leadership Imperatives.
- Financial Acumen / Business Planning - Ability to create financial plans for your projects, align them internally with your line of management and other functions and externally if needed. Create project plans, profitability calculations, risk and sensitivity analysis, able to recognize barriers and mitigate profitability risks. Fully knowledgeable about internal and external financial reporting, accounting and tax requirements relevant to your area of expertise.
- The following competencies may also be required: Coaching/Mentoring; Communication/Negotiation/Presentation; Creative Problem Solving; Customer Interaction/Stakeholder Management; Quality & Lean; Working Effectively with Others; D/PFMEA; 8D/Corrective Action; Equipment Safety; Design of Experiments (DOE).
Technical Competencies:
NPI-PCBA: ESD, Component Prep, Laser marking, Solder Paste Deposition (screening / jetting) / Stencil Design, SMT component placement, Reflow, Tooling design, PTH soldering, PTH manual assembly, Press Fit assembly, Depanelization, Board level mechanical assembly, wire harness assembly, wire prep, SMT data analytics, SMT / PTH manual / automated rework, cleaning processes, coating / potting underfill / ruggedization processes, pack & ship, optical component assembly, fiber / tray handling processes, fiber splicing, IPC-610, quality data (KPI), Engineering Control & System Tools (ODC/SCE), Manufacturing Operational management, DFM - Mfg, DFA, DFR, Customer specific processes, structural test and inspection processes, machining, welding, CNC programming, secondary processes, sheet metal, DFAA.
DFX: ESD Controls, Component Prep, Component Module Programming, Laser Marking, Screening, Stencil Design, Solder Paste Dispense / Jetting, SMT Programming, SMT Placement, SMT Reflow, Sweat Soldering, Flex Board Assembly / Handling, Pallet Design, PTH Soldering, Robot Soldering, PTH manual Assembly, PTH Auto Assembly, Pressfit, Depanelization, Mechanical Assemb;y (TIMs, Heatsinks, PCBA, Hotbar, Ultrasonic Welding), Wire Harness Assembly, Wire Prep, System Assembly, SMT and PTH Rework, Cleaning Processes, Conformal Coating, Underfills / Edgebonding / Potting, Pack and Ship, Chassis Assembly (fluidics, electrical enclosure, cable routing), Sheet Metal , Machining, Welding, Structural Test (API, AOI, AXI, ICT, Flying Probe)
FA LAB : ESD Controls, Solder Metallurgy, Strain Gauge Analysis, SIR Testing, Solder Joint Reliability Modeling, Sample Prep (Grind and Polish), Dye & Pry, CMM/VMM, Lab X-Ray, Pull/Bend Testing, Vibration Testing, Drop Testing, TDR, XRF, SEM, FTIR, IC, Solderability Testing, Thermal Analysis, HALT/HASS, TH&B, Thermal Shock, ATC
OPTICAL & XRAY INSPECTION: ESD Controls, Auto Wire Prep, SMT Data Analytics, API, AOI (PCBA), AXI (PCBA), AOI (System), Test Strategy Creation, IPC-610, Quality Dat (KPI), DFM - Manufacturing, DFA - Assembly, DFT / Physical Test, DFT - Electrical Test
MACHINING & OTHER: ESD Controls, Pack & Ship, CNC programming, Secondary Processing, Sheet Metal, Machining, Welding, DFM - Manufacturing
MECHANICAL & SYSTEMS ASSEMBLY: ESD Controls, Wire Harness Assembly, Auto Wire Prep, Mechanical Assembly - System Build, OEE / Industrial Engineering, Pack & Ship, Vacuum System, Fluidics, Electrical Enclosure, Cable Routing, Electrical - Automation, Mechanical - Automation, Machine Vision, IPC-610, Engineering Controls, Quality Data (KPI), Manufacturing Operational Management, DFM - Manufacturing, DFA - Assembly, DFAA - Automated Assembly, DFT - Physical Test
MICROELECTRONICS: ESD Controls, Wafer Thinning, Wafer Singulation, Edge Polishing, Optical Coatings, Die Bonding, Vacuum Reflow, Flip Chip Bonding, Underfill, Active Alignment, Plasma Cleaning, Wire Bonding, Encapsulation, Sealing, Leak Testing, Interconnect Formation
What do we offer?
- Market-competitive total reward: flexible salary, fix and variable salary based on goals
- The opportunity to become a key member of the new product introduction team in the Health Tech. Engineering function driven by innovation where creativity matters.
- Training and development opportunities, with us the sky is the limit
- The opportunity to innovate, learn, mentor others and work toward your own vision of career success
- A global, collaborative culture with strong leadership imperatives to foster your growth and
professional opportunities
- A sustainable culture where we provide opportunities for employees to give back to the community
What do we expect from you?
- Excellent Project Management and Time Management skills
- Excellent communication Skills both written and verbal.
- Experience creating CAPA, FMEA, SOP's, Control Plans and performing validation (FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ).
- Ability to effectively communicate manufacturing plans, proposals, results, and negotiate options at management levels.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.
- Strong report writing & data analytical capabilities.
- Advantageous to have knowledge of the medical device industry and of 21 CFR, (820, 11), ISO13485, specifically in the areas of Change Control and Validation.
What are we looking for?
- Someone with a Degree in Engineering with 4+ years' relevant experience
- Relevant Medical Device AND/OR Automation experience preferred
- Experience in ISO13485 medical device manufacturing environment is desirable.
- Relevant project management experience and associated qualifications with NPI experience
- Someone with an ability to initiate and lead change, collaborate and create alignment, drive accountability, think critically and make sound decisions
- Someone that is open to the opportunity of short term travel assignments particularly at the early stages of the project.
- Someone that has excellent customer Management skills and a knowledge of customer and regulatory requirements.
- Someone that has previous experience of coaching and mentoring junior engineers.
Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
Manufacturing Maintenance Planning Lead
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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 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.
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.
Primary Function
You are process and system driven and a proven ability to communicate effectively across multiple levels of the organisation. You can assess corrective maintenance and work with engineers and technicians to determine the right actions, spares and people to correct problems. You have a methodical approach and work closely with schedulers to ensure work can be planned and scheduled effectively, with a right first time approach. You have experience working in a regulated environment.
Main Responsibilities
- Work with Maximo system administrator to develop and manage KPIs and metrics relating to engineering services (and production as required). Plan corrective and preventive maintenance activities by task and priority level:
- Ensure all EHS/Quality and reliability aspects are considered.
- Ensure appropriate parts and tools are available.
- Prepare all permits as required to maintenance activity.
- Consult with technicians where necessary on corrective work required following PMs or equipment outage.
- Coordinate with scheduler to ensure PMs and DMs are completed in timely fashion. Manage spare parts and alignment between the maintenance department and stock room. Manage work orders, documentation, and assets within the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Engage with contractors as required and ensure all reports, job cards, etc are completed fully in Maximo. Other related tasks as necessary.
- Manage spares budget to ensure spares budget is adhered too. This includes forecasting and monitoring spend at LBE cycles and on a month-to-month basis.
- Lead CFT's within Engineering and Operations to annually review reorder points to ensure the correct stock levels are adhered too.
- Lead the introduction of new process improvement projects ensuring end to end user integration.
- Lead the onboarding of new production lines to the manufacturing facility.
Education & Years Of Experience
- Third level qualification in engineering/ Science/ Manufacturing/ Supply Chain discipline.
- Two years work experience in an engineering/ manufacturing environment preferred.
Manufacturing Maintenance Planning Lead
Posted 19 days ago
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Job Description
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 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.
**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.
**Primary Function:**
You are process and system driven and a proven ability to communicate effectively across multiple levels of the organisation. You can assess corrective maintenance and work with engineers and technicians to determine the right actions, spares and people to correct problems. You have a methodical approach and work closely with schedulers to ensure work can be planned and scheduled effectively, with a right first time approach. You have experience working in a regulated environment.
**Main Responsibilities:**
+ Work with Maximo system administrator to develop and manage KPIs and metrics relating to engineering services (and production as required). Plan corrective and preventive maintenance activities by task and priority level:
+ Ensure all EHS/Quality and reliability aspects are considered.
+ Ensure appropriate parts and tools are available.
+ Prepare all permits as required to maintenance activity.
+ Consult with technicians where necessary on corrective work required following PMs or equipment outage.
+ Coordinate with scheduler to ensure PMs and DMs are completed in timely fashion. Manage spare parts and alignment between the maintenance department and stock room. Manage work orders, documentation, and assets within the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Engage with contractors as required and ensure all reports, job cards, etc are completed fully in Maximo. Other related tasks as necessary.
+ Manage spares budget to ensure spares budget is adhered too. This includes forecasting and monitoring spend at LBE cycles and on a month-to-month basis.
+ Lead CFT's within Engineering and Operations to annually review reorder points to ensure the correct stock levels are adhered too.
+ Lead the introduction of new process improvement projects ensuring end to end user integration.
+ Lead the onboarding of new production lines to the manufacturing facility.
**Education & Years of Experience:**
+ Third level qualification in engineering/ Science/ Manufacturing/ Supply Chain discipline.
+ Two years work experience in an engineering/ manufacturing environment preferred.
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Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
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