At Abbott, you will play a crucial role to help people live more fully at all stages of their lives. Abbott is a global healthcare leader, and our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues have a daily impact on the life of people in more than 160 countries.

　　Abbott Ireland

　　In Ireland, Abbott employs over 5,000 people across nine sites. We currently have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott also has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946.

　　Diabetes Care Kilkenny

　　Our new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny, opening in 2024, reflects the growing demand for Abbott's global Diabetes Care products. The facility will be a centre for world-class engineering, quality, medical device manufacturing, and other science-based professionals to produce life-changing technologies, including the FreeStyle Libre 3, a system that automatically delivers real-time, up-to-the-minute glucose readings, with the smallest and thinnest wearable glucose sensor that provides unsurpassed 14-day accuracy and optional glucose alarms directly to smartphones. This enables people with diabetes to live the best and fullest lives they can.

　　At Abbott in Kilkenny, you can shape your career as you help shape the future of healthcare.

　　This is how you can make a difference at Abbott:

　　As a Principal Engineer – Process Innovation you will be a specialist professional individual contributor with comprehensive knowledge in medical device development and manufacturing. The FreeStyle Libre portfolio has been a cornerstone to Abbott’s successful business and has been developed on a platform of strong innovation throughout the organization. This role will require the successful candidate to be involved with multiple novel product and process development projects which compliment a culture of continuous improvement within Abbott Diabetes Care. The candidate must have the ability to drive execution of highly complex or specialized projects and liaise with cross-departmental stakeholders to drive completion. You may seek to adapt precedent and may make departures from traditional approaches to develop solutions. You will be expected to perform engineering studies and analysis to develop design specifications, process and product specifications, and system performance requirements, and apply project management expertise to ensure successful outcomes. You shall develop technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties. You shall use appropriate investigation techniques and tools to solve problems and make sound design recommendations. You shall apply industry expertise to Abbott projects and stay informed of latest trends in technology by attending tradeshows and conferences. This role requires travel of approx. 25%, on average, with periods of increased travel up to approx. 50%. During the first year, the role will include a focus on delivery of a novel fully automated production line. After this, the role will develop a broader scope of process innovation. This is an exciting time to join and be part of a fantastic new site. Some details on this fantastic opportunity:

　　Responsibilities

　　Lead the identification and assessment of opportunities for process innovation within the manufacturing environment.

　　Develop and implement strategies to enhance automation in manufacturing processes, aiming for efficiency and quality improvements.

　　Drive the design and implementation of automated systems to improve production speed, reduce errors, and enhance overall productivity.

　　Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand current products and processes and identify areas for optimization.

　　Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in automation to integrate cutting-edge solutions into medical device manufacturing.

　　Stay informed about advancements in medical device technology and industry best practices, applying relevant knowledge to enhance process innovation.

　　Conduct risk assessments for proposed process changes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards in the medical device field.

　　Champion the adoption of Industry 4.0 principles, including IoT, data analytics, and advanced robotics, to streamline operations.

　　Collaborate with R&D teams to ensure seamless transition of new products and product upgrades into automated manufacturing processes.

　　Collaborate with R&D in the generation of appropriate product specifications through DFMEA and PFMEA exercises and engineering studies.

　　Lead or contribute to cross-functional teams working on design transfer activities for new or upgraded products.

　　Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and timelines for process innovation initiatives.

　　Evaluate and select automation vendors and oversee successful implementation of their solutions.

　　Implement robust testing and validation protocols for automated processes to ensure reliability and compliance with regulatory requirements.

　　Train and mentor manufacturing teams on the operation and maintenance of automated systems.

　　Continuously monitor and analyse key performance indicators to identify areas for ongoing process improvement.

　　Collaborate with quality assurance teams to implement robust process controls and ensure adherence to quality standards.

　　Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to automated processes, minimizing downtime, and optimizing efficiency.

　　Drive a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and efficiency throughout the organization.

　　Develop documentation related to complex automated processes, including standard operating procedures and work instructions.

　　Qualifications & Experience

　　A minimum of NFQ Level 7 Qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing or Equivalent. Masters degree preferred.

　　6+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.

　　Previous project management and people management experience required.

　　Proven ability to capitalize on opportunities for continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

　　Previous success in driving a culture of innovation and efficiency, fostering a mindset of continuous improvement within an organization.

　　Demonstrated expertise in evaluating, selecting, and implementing automation technology solutions.

　　Experience designing and testing medical devices preferred.

　　Experience developing manufacturing processes and technologies and designing for manufacturability preferred.

　　Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred.

　　Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.

　　Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.

　　What are the benefits and perks of working at Abbott Kilkenny?

　　Health Insurance for you and your family

　　Pension

　　Life insurance

　　Short Term Disability Protection

　　Long Term Disability Protection

　　Flexible working

　　Carers leave.

　　Education Assistance

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　　Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.

　　An Equal Opportunity Employer

　　Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

　　We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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