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Here at Haleon, we are on the lookout for a Manufacturing Operator to join our dedicated team in Dungarvan.Use / storage / maintenance / cleaning of all equipment within the relevant areas in the manufacturing operations dept.SOP’s / Batch Documents / PO’s / etc.Achievement of operational targets i...
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Yard Supervisor BNM RECYCLING Open to Public competition Our BNM Recycling Business Unit currently has a need for a Yard Supervisor on a Permanent basis. Role Specifics: Job Title: Yard Supervisor Business Unit: Bord Na Mona Recycling Reporting to: Depot Manager Location: Nenagh Duration: CID HR Con...
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General Operative (with Driving Duties)

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Tipperary, I am recruiting for a General Operative with Driving Duties for a period of six months. INDHP Skills: general operative HGV driver manual transportation fish. Strip fish each year; Carry out minor maintenance of grading and pumping equipment Prepare ponds for rearing larger fry, feed and ...
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understanding product stand point to testing the product with the sub assembly to building an automated production system. Working knowledge of piezos is essential. Essential skills: Broad understanding of electrical or electronic systems Understanding...
apartmentAbbott LaboratoriesplaceKilkenny, 45 km from Clonmel
in working within a regulated environments and can work independently. Responsibilities Work with maximo system administrator to develop and manage KPIs and metrics relating to engineering services (and production as required). Work closely with production...
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apartmentConnolly's RED MILLSplaceKilkenny, 45 km from Clonmel
of new equipment and ensure that the documentation is to the appropriate standards.  •  Monitor, evaluate and adjust processes to maximise quality and efficiency.  •  Plan and optimise trial or exemplar production within the framework of routine production...
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R&D Engineer Product and Design, Senior

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Abbott in Ireland

In Ireland, Abbott employs almost 3,000 people across 10 sites. Abbott has six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. It has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin.
Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of health care products including diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic pharmaceuticals. Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946.

Abbott Ireland Vascular Division – Clonmel

Abbott Vascular is one of the world's leading vascular care businesses. Abbott Vascular is uniquely focused on advancing the treatment of vascular disease and improving patient care by combining the latest medical device innovations with world-class pharmaceuticals, investing in research and development and advancing medicine through training and education.

Our broad line of vascular devices–which includes vessel closure, endovascular and coronary technologies–are used to treat vessel diseases of the heart, carotid arteries and peripheral blood vessels. These vessel diseases can lead to heart attack, stroke, critical limb ischemia and other serious vascular conditions.

We currently have a vacancy for a Research & Development Engineer and this position will involve the following:

Provides support to the manufacturing organisation to facilitate efficient operations within the production area, to optimise existing processes, and to ensure that production goals are met. Monitors performance of equipment, machines and tools and corrects equipment problems or process parameters that produce non-conforming products, low yields or product quality issues.
Interfaces with quality and research and development organisations to integrate new products or processes into the existing manufacturing area.

Responsibilities:

  1.  Initiates and completes technical activities leading to new or improved products or process, for current programmes, next generation programmes and to meet strategic goals and objectives of the company. Prepares reports, publishes, and makes presentations to communicate findings.
  2.  Analyses and s9lves problems from basic engineering principles, theories and concepts through to a wide range of complex and advanced problems which require novel and new innovative approaches or a major breakthrough in technology.
  3.  Understands engineering principles theories, concepts, practices and techniques. Develops knowledge in a field to become a recognised leader or authority in an area of specialisation and applies this knowledge in leadership roles in the company.
  4.  Incorporates business policies and procedures into task completion. Understands the business needs of the company, and has knowledge of the customer needs of our business. Understands the business cycle and foresight of emerging technologies trends.
  5.  Cultivates internal and external network of resources to complete tasks. Serves as a resource in the selection orientation and training of new engineers and employees. May lead a project team, determining goals and objectives for the projects. Mentors employees by sharing technical expertise and providing feedback and guidance.
  6.  Interacts cross functionally and with internal and external customers. Serves as a consultant for engineering or scientific interpretations and advice on significant matters. Acts as a spokesperson to customers on business unit current and future capabilities.
  7.  Participates in validation activity. Role may vary between providing input to owning activities such as protocol/report writing and managing execution of validation activities.

Education and Job Skills

(Experience/Education)
 I.  (Experience/Education) National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) level 7 qualification in a relevant discipline and 4+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  2.  (Technical/Business Knowledge (Job Skills)) Wide application of technical principles, practices, and procedures. Strong understanding of business unit functions and cross group dependencies/relationships. Will perform this job in a quality system environment. Failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.
  3.  (Cognitive Skills) Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Exercises judgement within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Has a sound knowledge of various technical alternatives and their impact.
  4.  (Influence/Leadership) Establishes and cultivates an extensive network of support to facilitate completion of assignments P:irtir.i!"::itP.s in thP. clP.vP.lo!"mP.nt of IP"" experienced staff by setting an example, providing guidance and work direction, and offering counsel. May lead a project team. Participates in determining goals and objectives for projects. Influences middle management on technical or business solutions. May interact with vendors.
  5.  (Planning/Organisation) Plans and organises non-routine tasks. Initiates or maintains work schedule. Establishes priorities of work assignments.
  6.  (Decision Making/Impact) Exercises judgement in selecting innovative, practical methods to achieve problem resolution. Failure to obtain results or erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in serious programme delays and considerable expenditure of resources.
  7.  (Supervision Received) Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
  8.  (Supervision Provided) May provide work direction and guidance to exempt and/or skilled non-exempt levels of employees; may be asked to evaluate performance of and assist in career development planning for subordinates.

Abbott Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer