Manufacturing Purification Technician

Grifols; Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Group pension scheme with company-mact

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Grifols is seeking a Manufacturing Process Technician to support aseptic production and purification in a GMP environment in Ireland. You will operate, monitor, and troubleshoot purification processes, ensuring adherence to cGMP, quality and safety standards while maintaining data integrity and instrument readiness.

You will perform CIP/SIP cleaning, prepare buffers, and execute ultrafiltration, diafiltration and pasteurisation activities to support production schedules.

Qualifications

• Degree preferred in a scientific discipline and equivalent experience considered.
• Candidates should have 2+ years of experience in a pharmaceutical, GMP-regulated, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot purification processes within a GMP-regulated aseptic environment.
• Follow all procedures, policies, quality, health & safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) and Sterilisation-in-Place (SIP) and manual cleaning per procedures.
• Set up, operate, and test filtration systems and processes.
• Prepare process buffers and solutions according to batch docs.
• Execute process formulation, ultrafiltration, diafiltration, and pasteurisation tasks.
• Operate large-scale purification and manufacturing equipment per SOPs.
• Own setup and troubleshooting of processing equipment for plasma-derived products.
• Monitor automated SCADA and Windows-based process control systems.

Skills

cGMP knowledge

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Prioritisation

Education

Degree in scientific discipline

Job description

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Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

At Grifols, we believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunities that foster an inclusive environment.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Purification Supervisor, the Manufacturing Process Technician is responsible for supporting manufacturing activities through the operation, cleaning, maintenance, and monitoring of equipment and facilities within an aseptic production environment. The role ensures adherence to cGMP, quality, training, and safety standards while contributing to the reliable and efficient delivery of manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within the production area.

What You Will Do:

Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot purification processes within a GMP-regulated aseptic manufacturing environment.

Adhere to all departmental, company, quality, health & safety, and regulatory procedures, policies, and standards.

Perform Cleaning-in-Place (CIP), Sterilisation-in-Place (SIP), and manual cleaning activities in accordance with approved procedures.

Set up, operate, and perform integrity testing of filtration systems and associated filtration processes.

Prepare process buffers and solutions accurately in line with manufacturing requirements and approved batch documentation.

Execute process formulation, ultrafiltration, diafiltration, and pasteurisation activities to support production schedules.

Operate large-scale purification and manufacturing equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures and process requirements.

Assume ownership for the setup, coordination, control, and troubleshooting of processing equipment used in the manufacture of plasma-derived pharmaceutical products.

Operate and monitor automated SCADA-controlled and Windows-based process control systems within a GMP environment.

Ensure all equipment, processing areas, and facilities are cleaned, maintained, and kept in a state of inspection readiness.

Strictly adhere to gowning requirements for cleanroom, production, and facility areas, promptly addressing and reporting any non-conformances.

Complete all manufacturing documentation accurately, ensuring data integrity, traceability, and timely material reconciliation.

Maintain compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) requirements and support a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment through adherence to safety procedures and environmental monitoring requirements.

Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve production targets, quality objectives, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Support training, operational excellence, and compliance activities within the manufacturing department as required.

Support quality investigations, root cause analysis, CAPA activities, and the timely closure of quality actions.

Provide guidance, coaching, and hands-on training to colleagues, ensuring training records are maintained in accordance with SOPs, OJTs, and company policies.

Work independently with minimal supervision, proactively anticipating operational requirements, managing interventions, and effectively balancing multiple priorities.

Support the achievement of production plans and supply chain requirements through effective planning, prioritisation, and continuous improvement of work practices.

Make informed and timely operational decisions within the scope of responsibility to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations.

Support departmental training, operational excellence, compliance activities, and inspection readiness initiatives as required.

What You Will Bring:

Degree in a scientific discipline is preferred.

Equivalent experience will also be considered. Candidates without a degree should have at least two years of experience in a pharmaceutical, GMP-regulated, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment.

2+ years previous experience working in a production, manufacturing, or biopharmaceutical setting.

• Knowledge and understanding of cGMPs, EU regulations, and industry guidelines highly preferred.
• Highly motivated, proactive individual with strong attention to detail, sound judgement, and the ability to independently prioritise competing tasks to meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams, make structured decisions, and contribute positively towards shared goals and high-performance outcomes.

Our Benefits Include:

• A highly competitive salary package
• Group pension scheme - Contribution rates are (3%/ 5%/ 7%) and company will match
• Private medical insurance for the employee
• Ongoing career development opportunities within a rapidly growing organisation
• Strong focus on succession planning and internal promotion
• Dedicated education and professional development allowance
• Wellness and social initiatives, including activities such as padel and summer events.

We understand that self-doubt can hold talented individuals back from applying for opportunities. We encourage everyone who meets the qualifications to apply - we're excited to hear from you