Technical Operations Manager

Thornton Tomasetti; Donegal Municipal District; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family health insurance

Excellent pension scheme

Life assurance

Career development

Fantastic new facility

Job summary

Abbott Ireland is seeking a Technical Operations Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment. You will drive product performance, yield and efficiency, balancing timelines, costs and quality while ensuring regulatory compliance and successful product introductions.

You will coach and develop your team, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and implement data-driven improvements across processes and equipment in Donegal Town, Ireland.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience with a focus on developing people.
• Strong problem solving and decision making abilities.
• Clear communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to improve product performance, yield and manufacturing efficiency.
• Own and deliver complex projects from concept through execution within time, cost and quality.
• Support introduction of new products into manufacturing and scale-up processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve product, process and testing challenges.
• Drive validation activities including protocols, trials and reporting across equipment and materials.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards (FDA, BSI, internal policies).
• Develop and coach teams with mentoring and development opportunities.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement with data-driven solutions.

Skills

Leadership experience

Problem solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Collaborative mindset

Education

Third-level qualification in Engineering/Science/Manufacturing

Job description

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life‑changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott in Ireland has maintained a strong presence in Ireland since 1946 and celebrates its 80th anniversary in the country in 2026. The company supports the Irish healthcare sector with a broad portfolio spanning diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. Today, Abbott employs more than 6,500 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo. Please note any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company.

Abbott Ireland Diabetes Care Division Donegal. The Abbott Diabetes Care division based in Donegal Town manufactures FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre system.

Purpose of the Role

We’re looking for a passionate Technical Operations Manager to join our organisation and play a key role in driving product performance, process excellence, and innovation within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity to lead high‑performing teams, influence how products are developed and delivered, and make a real impact in a fast‑paced, highly regulated industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams focused on improving product performance, yield, and manufacturing efficiency
• Own and deliver complex projects from concept through to execution, balancing timelines, costs, and quality
• Support the successful introduction of new products into manufacturing
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to resolve product, process, and testing challenges
• Drive validation activities including protocols, trials, studies, and reporting across equipment, processes, and materials
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards (e.g. FDA, BSI, internal policies)
• Develop and grow your team through coaching, mentoring, and meaningful development opportunities
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement effective, data‑driven solutions

Qualifications and Experience

• A third‑level qualification in Engineering, Science, Manufacturing, or a related discipline
• Experience within a life sciences, medical device, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing environment
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience, with a passion for developing people
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently and make sound decisions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A collaborative mindset and openness to different perspectives and ways of working

Why Join Us?

• Lead impactful projects that shape product and manufacturing excellence
• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and purpose‑driven culture
• Access strong development opportunities and career progression pathways
• Work in an environment that values innovation, diversity of thought, and continuous learning

What we Offer:

Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay.

• Family health insurance
• Excellent pension scheme
• Life assuranceCareer Development
• Fantastic new facility
• Growing business plus access to many more benefits

Connect with us at www.abbott.com or https://www.ie.abbott/, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews.

Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.

The base pay for this position is N/A. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Job Details

JOB FAMILY: Engineering

DIVISION: ADC Diabetes Care

LOCATION: Ireland > Donegal Town : R267

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT: Ie - Dl39S9.3 (Ireland)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Yes

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential - because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions - across the spectrum of health, around the world, and for all stages of life. Whether it’s next‑generation diagnostics, life‑changing devices, science‑based nutrition, and novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.

The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well‑being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings.

An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

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