Manufacturing Technician

ABBVIE; Westport; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie in Westport is recruiting Manufacturing Technicians to join the Biologics team on a fixed-term contract. You will ensure quality and safety, perform compounding, filling and capping of aseptic products, and support autoclave loads, environmental monitoring and documentation.

You will work in a Grade A environment with GMP compliance, adapting to a 12-hour monthly rotating shift pattern covering days, nights, weekdays and weekends, contributing to batch-related activities and continuous

Qualifications

• Leaving cert or equivalent qualification is required.
• 2-3 years in a manufacturing environment, preferably aseptic/sterile.
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment.
• Third level qualification in science or engineering is an advantage but not essential.
• Ability to build strong relationships and work within cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability to work in a fast, dynamic environment while meeting constraints.
• Drive, high energy, maturity, and ability to work under pressure and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily tasks as assigned by the Production Manager according to GMP and the quality system.
• Perform activities associated with the compounding, filling and capping of an aseptic process.
• Prepare components and equipment for processing into a Grade A environment.
• Accurately complete documentation on time, accurately and legibly.
• Keep the Manufacturing area tidy and clean.
• Review and update documentation as requested by the Production Manager.
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving.
• Complete compliant investigations and environmental excursions.
• Adhere to all company standards in safety, housekeeping and quality and notify management of discrepancies.
• Follow gowning procedures on entry to areas.
• Report machine issues to the Production Manager and maintenance department.
• Set-up, clean and maintain equipment.
• Transfer of waste material out of the cleanroom areas.
• Participate in aseptic process simulations.
• Adhere to and support all EHS & E standards, procedures, and policies.

Skills

Adaptability

Cross-functional collaboration

Teamwork

Drive and energy

Working under pressure

Education

Leaving cert or equivalent

Bachelor or higher in science/engineering (advantage)

Job 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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube.

Job Description

We are now recruiting forManufacturing Techniciansto join our diverseBiologicsteam inWestport, on a fixed-term contract basis. As our newest technician, you will ensure the highest quality and safety compliance standards while gaining exposure to new and advanced technology in our quality assurance systems. You will also ensure the continued success of our business unit by taking ownership of duties such as compounding, filling and capping of an aseptic product, preparing autoclave loads, testing filters, preparing components, documenting batch related activities, housekeeping and environmental monitoring.

You will ensure the continued success of our business unit by taking ownership of duties such as compounding, filling, and capping of an aseptic product, preparing autoclave loads, testing filters, preparing components, documenting batch related activities, housekeeping and environmental monitoring.

PLEASE NOTE:The following role is a12 hour monthly rotational shift pattern, covering days, nights, weekdays and weekends.

What you will do:

• Carry out daily tasks as assigned by the Production Manager according to GMP and the quality system
• Perform activities associated with the compounding, filling and capping of an aseptic process.
• Prepare components and equipment for processing into a Grade A environment.
• Accurately completing documentation on time, accurately and legibly.
• Keeping the Manufacturing area tidy and clean.
• Review and update documentation as requested by the Production Manager
• Participating in root cause analysis and problem-solving.
• Completing compliant investigations and environmental excursions.
• Adhering to all company standards in the area of safety, housekeeping and quality, notifying management of any discrepancies.
• Follow gowning procedures on entry to areas
• Report any machine issues to the Production Manager and the maintenance department.
• Set-up, clean and maintain equipment
• Transfer of waste material out of the cleanroom areas
• Participate in aseptic process simulations
• Adhere to and support all EHS & E standards, procedures, and policies.

Qualifications

Leaving cert or equivalent qualification required.

2-3 Years working in a manufacturing environment, preferably Aseptic/Sterile Manufacturing.

Experience working in a cleanroom environment.

Third Level qualification in science or engineering discipline is an advantage but not essential.

Ability to build strong relationships and work within cross-functional teams.

Adaptability to work in a fast, dynamic environment whilst adjusting readily to meet unexpected constraints.

Drive, high energy, maturity, and ability to work under pressure, deliver results, and overcome obstacles.

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.