Lab Technician III - Front End Day Shift

36 Dexcom International Limited; Athenry; On-site; EUR 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits program

Global growth opportunities

Career development

Innovative company culture

Job summary

Dexcom Ireland is seeking an experienced Front End Laboratory Technician to support the Chemistry Lab in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will perform test analyses (pH, conductivity, viscosity, glucose concentration), maintain equipment, document results, and update procedures.

The role requires 4–6 years in a lab and a Level 6 diploma, with a focus on safety and quality. This is a day shift in Ireland.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years in a lab environment.
• Experience in solutions and/or raw material manufacturing.
• Knowledge of validation principles (IQ/OQ/PQ).

Responsibilities

• Perform all assigned tasks with appropriate safety requirements.
• Analyze and record test results and prepare written documentation.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, glassware, and inventory levels of consumable supplies.
• Update documentation (procedures, protocols & material templates) as needed.
• Perform limited troubleshooting for laboratory equipment.
• Assist with test method validations and support process qualification testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab experience

Data reporting

Safety awareness

Calibration IOQ

Education

Level 6 diploma or certificate

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

The Company Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health. We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet the team:

The Chemistry Lab supports the manufacturing department by providing the solutions needed and performing critical testing for product release. The team makes a variety of lab-scale solutions along with some mid-scale buffers alongside executing a variety of testing which includes pH, conductivity, viscosity, glucose concentration/HPLC. Working with the Chemistry Lab team, you can expect to get cross‑trained in each of these areas and also to get exposure to a number of projects relating to the installation of new lab equipment and optimization of the Lab.

Front End Day shift:

This role is on a 12‑hour day shift (7:00am – 7:00pm) Every Monday to Wednesday and alternate Thursdays Following a repeating 4-on/3-off – 3-on/4-off schedule.

Responsibilities:

• You will perform all assigned tasks with appropriate safety requirements.
• You will analyze and record test results and prepare written documentation.
• You will maintain laboratory equipment, glassware, and inventory levels of consumable supplies.
• You will update documentation (procedures, protocols & material templates) as needed.
• You will perform limited troubleshooting for laboratory equipment.
• You may assist with test method validations and support process qualification testing.
• You will assume and perform other duties as assigned.

What makes you successful:

• You have relevant experience in a lab environment; including experience in solutions and/or raw material manufacturing processes.
• Experienced in raw material and finished‑good testing (wet chemistry).
• You bring an eye for safety. Maintaining a safe environment for you and others as well as finding opportunities to improve lab safety.
• You have experience in equipment calibration, IOQ and preventative maintenance.
• You are proficient in data reporting, trending, reporting observations and out‑of‑specifications.
• You are compliant to all quality procedures and an advocate for Right First Time principles.
• You understand how to follow and edit written procedures for commercial use.
• You have knowledge of validation principles and practices (e.g., IQ/OQ/PQ).
• You have a proven ability to work hands‑on in a fast‑paced environment.

Experience & Education:

Typically requires a minimum of 4-6 years of related experience and a minimum Level 6 diploma/certificate in a relevant field.

What you’ll get:

• A front row seat to life‑changing CGM technology.
• Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
• A full and comprehensive benefits program.
• Growth opportunities on a global scale.
• Access to career development through in‑house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
• An exciting and innovative, industry‑leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

At Dexcom, we are committed to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process, and welcome candidates of all genders and gender identities to apply.

The annualised base salary for this position is from €37,230.00 to €48,180.00 gross. Final offer will depend on your qualifications, competencies, and professional experience.

#DexcomIreland Since 1999, Dexcom has simplified and revolutionised diabetes management, positively impacting millions worldwide. At Dexcom, we're more than just a medical device company; we're a collective of visionary thinkers, trailblazers, and problem solvers. Our mission transcends the ordinary. We aim to revolutionise healthcare, one groundbreaking technology at a time.