Downstream Manufacturing Specialist

Morgan McKinley; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking a Specialist, Downstream Manufacturing in Dublin. This role supports ongoing operations and qualifications in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Candidates need a minimum Level 6 qualification in Engineering or relevant experience, along with 1-3 years' experience and flexibility for 24/7 shifts. Key responsibilities involve maintaining procedures and operating production equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 6 qualification in Engineering/Science or relevant experience.
• 1-3+ years' experience in large-scale biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Flexibility to work 24/7 shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing manufacturing operations and qualification activities.
• Create and maintain operating procedures for large-scale manufacturing.
• Operate production equipment using automation and business systems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Minimum Level 6 qualification in Engineering/Science

Tools

Delta V

MES

SAP

Trackwise

Job description

Morgan McKinley's client is seeking to recruit a Specialist, Downstream Manufacturing (Downstream Bioprocess Associate) within the Manufacturing Operations group. This is a 24/7 shift role reporting to the Senior Manager, Downstream Manufacturing Shift Lead.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support ongoing manufacturing operations, commissioning, and qualification activities for process equipment.

• Create and maintain operating procedures and documentation for large-scale manufacturing.

• Execute commercial manufacturing processes in line with established work instructions.

• Operate production equipment and use automation and business systems (e.g. Delta V, Syncade, SAP, Trackwise).

• Participate in investigations, process optimisations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Review batch and exception reports with Quality representatives.

Requirements:

• Minimum Level 6 qualification in Engineering/Science, or relevant industry experience (cGMP/cleanroom preferred).

• 1-3+ years' experience in large-scale biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

• Experience with Delta V and MES is an advantage.

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

• Flexibility to work 24/7 shifts.