Technical Operations Manager – Manufacturing Excellence (Med Devices)

Abbott Laboratories; Donegal; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family health insurance

Excellent pension scheme

Life assurance

Career Development

Fantastic new facility

Growing business plus access to many?m

Job summary

Abbott Ireland Diabetes Care division based in Donegal Town is seeking a passionate Technical Operations Manager to join our organisation and lead cross-functional teams, drive product performance, and deliver process excellence in a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment.

You will own complex projects from concept to execution, balancing timelines and costs, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve manufacturing challenges while ensuring compliance with FDA, BSI,

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching & mentoring

Decision making

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Abbott Ireland Diabetes Care division based in Donegal Town is seeking a passionate Technical Operations Manager to join our organisation and lead cross-functional teams, drive product performance, and deliver process excellence in a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment.

You will own complex projects from concept to execution, balancing timelines and costs, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve manufacturing challenges while ensuring compliance with FDA, BSI,