7 Metrology Engineer jobs in Ireland

Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( .
Job Description
We are looking for a QC Manager to join our team on our Manorhamilton Road site in Sligo. The QC Lab Manager is integral to managing a team responsible for QC testing, ensuring adherence to product specifications, quality, and safety goals. This role involves overseeing laboratory operations, including analytical testing for API and OSD products, and coordinating with internal teams to meet testing schedules.
Responsibilities:
+ Manage a lab team performing QC testing, ensuring compliance with data integrity policies and regulatory requirements.
+ Conduct and supervise all aspects of API and OSD analytical testing.
+ Ensure timely sampling, inspection, and testing, coordinating with teams for schedules and priorities.
+ Participate in internal and external audits and address audit findings.
+ Prepare technical reports, lead investigations, and implement CAPAs.
+ Provide training and support to lab team to achieve daily and long-term goals.
+ Present technical data to stakeholders to facilitate prompt decision-making.
+ Report to the Senior QC Manager.
Qualifications
+ M.Sc./B.Sc. in Chemistry or a related discipline.
+ Minimum 4 years of experience in people management within a pharmaceutical lab setting.
+ Strong knowledge of QA/QC operations, analytical testing for API and OSD.
+ Excellent presentation and technical report writing skills.
+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to quality and compliance.
Additional Information
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Within this role you will be responsible for the oversight of Quality Control support operations. As a Manager within Quality Control a typical day might include, but is not limited to, the following: Maintaining oversight of QC equipment lifecycle activities (including procurement, installation, qualification, maintenance, and decommissioning) Providing direction to Managers and staff that support the equipment Ensuring equipment qualification and maintenance programs are aligned with regulatory agencies requirements, qualified and available for QC laboratory usage Interacting with QC partner groups to establish internal requirements for equipment Leading QC equipment validation / qualification efforts through partnering and interaction with QA Validation and IT groups Managing oversight of the preventive and corrective maintenance monitoring program Managing oversight of the QC external laboratories activities and performance monitoring of external testing laboratories Supervising the issuance and approval of Quality agreements and SLAs with the contract labs Verifying that the site Manufacturing licence and global procedures reflect current contract lab utilization Identifying and calling out issues at contract laboratories to QC leadership Sourcing, co-ordinating and project management of GMP activities relating to new contract lab introduction Travel may be required in support of external contract laboratory testing activities Performing personnel management functions including time sheet submissions, scheduling of vacations, personnel development, and performance evaluations Responsibility for equipment automation and associated projects This role might be for you if you: Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrate logical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Have a detailed understanding of equipment qualification and maintenance activities and industry compliance norms Have the ability to communicate effectively with multiple partners Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment Demonstrate a collaborative and team-orientated approach To be considered for this opportunity you should have a BA/BS in chemistry, biology or related field with 8+ years' proven experience preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, and previous supervisory or leadership experience. Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which often include (depending on location) health and wellness programs, fitness centers, equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off for eligible employees at all levels! Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business. For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U. positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location. Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.

We are currently seeking a QC Analyst with previous industry experience to join our client's site in Waterford on an initial 12 months contract. Key responsibilities: Provide analytical chemistry services and support to Site. Effective interaction with other departments on matters related to raw materials, intermediates and finished batch releases. In particular, close contact maintained with Quality Assurance Production, Engineering and Planners. Maintain, update and issue chemical methods, specifications and SOPs in compliance to pharmacopoeial and regulatory requirements. Assist with training of the analysts in areas of expertise and knowledge and in new methods, SOPs and updates. Trend such results, record on COAs where required and complete OOSs investigations on a timely basis. Update the QC Team Leader on potential problems and highlight improvements where possible by use of the normal communication means. Ensure all quality documentation and records are complete and current. Ensure QC laboratories meet current Good Laboratory Practice (cGLP) requirements. Ensure relevant procedures are correctly defined and followed. Ensure that critical chemical testing and related equipment meets current validation requirements (IQ, OQ, PQ) where required. Audit and review chemistry test results on a daily basis and ensure compliance with cGLP. Checking/auditing laboratory notebooks and analytical reports Ensure compliance to cGMP at all times. Qualifications: Degree in Science (Chemistry or Biochemistry preferred). Postgraduate studies as appropriate to augment primary degree. 2-3 years experience working in a manufacturing environment ideally part of which would be in the pharmaceutical sector. Experience with some of the following tests: HPLC/UPLC, SDS-PAGE, Karl Fischer, HIAC, micro pipetting and ELISA. Skills: HPLC GMP Karl Fisher SDS-PAGE ELISA

Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( .
Job Description
What you do, is what we need. Making a difference begins here. And takes all of us.
Welcome to AbbVie!
We are a global, research-based biopharmaceutical company that combines the focus and passion of leading-edge biotech with the expertise and capability of an established pharmaceutical leader. Redefining what is possible is our business and our passion. Our goal is to help patients live healthier lives and we are proud to be a Great Place to Work.
We are recruiting a Senior Laboratory Analyst to join our QC team on site in Manorhamilton Road, Sligo on a rotational shift pattern.
In your role as a Senior Laboratory Analyst, you will be responsible for providing an effective and analytical service to the plant ensuring that that products manufactured are tested to specification on time and plant quality and safety goals are met. This position will take responsibility for ensuring the timely testing and release of all raw materials, in-process, finished product, stability and contract testing. The senior analyst position is also responsible for ensuring all activities are carried out per schedule and records are maintained to appropriate requirements, they must also ensure that technical and systems excellence is maintained in the laboratory by ensuring own skills are maintained and implementing improved working practices in terms of efficiency, compliance and Right First Time.
What you will do:
+ Ensure Laboratory Documentation and Computerized Systems compliance with Data Integrity policies and regulatory requirements.
+ Understand Regulations and business processes required to maintain Laboratory Data Integrity.
+ Ensure timely completion of all laboratory analysis assigned to shift.
+ Ensure that analysts working in the assigned cell or team are performing to the best of their ability, coaching and providing guidance where issues occur such as poor set-up or test execution performance.
+ Improve the overall efficiency and velocity within the assigned team.
+ Identify and implement improvements in analytical practices using 'Zero, Believe it, Achieve it'
+ Ensure that the agreed test schedule is adhered to and identifying recovery paths to bring test schedules back into alignment with plant requirements.
+ Identify weaknesses in laboratory performance and working with the laboratory Supervisors to rectify.
+ Support & initiate analytical OOS issues as they arise in a timely manner both through practical work and through Soltraqs.
+ Act as designee for the Laboratory Supervisor as assigned.
+ Ensure 6S excellence is maintained across the Laboratory.
+ Instill a quality culture of Zero, Believe it, Achieve it amongst the QC laboratory team
+ Ensure that all laboratory test equipment is utilised and maintained correctly.
+ Maintain up-to-date, complete and precise records of all tests performed.
+ Act as the primary point of contact for any analytical issues which arise.
+ Developing and changing of in-house laboratory procedures as appropriate.
Qualifications
What you will need:
+ 3rd level qualification in relevant Science discipline
+ Minimum 4 years' experience in Pharma industry
+ Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements
+ Must have strong knowledge of HPLC, GC,LCMS, GCMS, Automatic titration and Identification techniques.
Additional Information
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( .
Job Description
We are currently looking for a Senior Manager of Quality Control Laboratories to join our team in Westport on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The Senior Manager of Quality Control is responsible for strategy, planning, and management of laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with FDA, HPRA, and EPA safety standards and budgetary constraints. This role supports the QA site head in achieving operational goals.
Responsibilities:
+ Manage and motivate employees, ensuring capacity aligns with business needs.
+ Develop and deliver business plans, manage departmental budget, and handle new product implementation.
+ Represent the company in client and regulatory meetings, ensuring GMP compliance.
+ Organize cross-functional activities to improve lab efficiencies.
+ Coordinate meetings and manage documentation and compliance tools.
Qualifications
+ Proven track record in people and operations management within Pharma/Medical Devices/Food industry.
+ Qualification in Pharmaceutical Science.
+ Excellent conflict resolution, planning, and communication skills.
+ Ability to manage in regulated environments and adapt to changes.
+ Strong commitment to AbbVie's values and business ethics.
Additional Information
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( .
Job Description
AbbVie is seeking a dedicated Incoming Quality Control (IQA) Manager on our Westport site for a 12 month fixed term contract. This role is key to managing all IQA activities to support commercial, clinical, and development efforts at our site. The position involves ensuring comprehensive support across all business units and functions, providing guidance on QA/QC activities related to incoming inspection and release of packaging and manufacturing components, and maintaining the IQA department as a centre of excellence in quality, compliance, and efficiency.
Responsibilities
+ Establish and maintain strong relationships with the Associate Director, management, colleagues, and customers, effectively articulating quality requirements.
+ Motivate and manage employees through effective communication, ensuring daily handovers and performance review meetings align with company policy.
+ Maintain capacity and handle recruitment and management of staff, focusing on coaching and development of Quality technicians to support succession planning.
+ Assess and implement changes in response to new regulatory guidance, ensuring the success of compliance initiatives to enhance site quality programs.
+ Represent the company during Ministry of Health inspections and manage departmental budgets and headcount needs.
+ Oversee Non-conforming KPIs and maintain visibility on QMS records and compliance wire, staying updated on new inspection technologies and regulatory guidance.
+ Oversee the strategy, planning, and management of all incoming inspections, releases, and resolution of component queries in the IQA department.
+ Ensure equipment in all IQA areas is in good repair and maintain awareness of industry regulations and best practices.
+ Coordinate and schedule the IQA 1st shift, collaborating with the Associate Director to meet company goals and regulatory obligations.
Qualifications
+ Proven experience in quality control management, specifically within the pharmaceutical industry.
+ Strong technical, organisational, and people management skills with a track record of driving quality, compliance, and efficiency.
+ Expertise in IQA activities, including incoming inspection, release, retention, stock management, and file issuance.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of industry regulations and best practices, with experience supporting regulatory compliance and site audits.
+ Effective communication skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team, articulate quality requirements, and interact with regulatory bodies.
+ Demonstrated ability to manage departmental budgets, assess regulatory changes, and develop strategic plans for quality enhancements
Additional Information
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: