Job Description
We are seeking a Manufacturing Biotech Associate to join our self-directed shift team at our state-of-the-art single-use multiproduct biotech facility in Dunboyne. In this role, you will be responsible for executing batch operations, identifying and resolving issues to ensure our site meets patient needs. You will work within a culture that prioritizes Quality, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Learning, and Continuous Improvement. You will have a tertiary qualification in a technical, engineering, or science-based discipline, along with a minimum of 1 year of experience in the biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical industry. Experience with manufacturing automation systems, such as DeltaV or MES PAS-X, is preferred.
What You Will Do
Bring energy, knowledge, innovation and leadership to carry out the following:
* Produce biologic drug substance as part of the designated shift team, including preparation, operation, and monitoring of equipment.
* Utilize business systems to perform tasks such as cleaning, validation, and in-process testing.
* Progress automated recipes using paperless technology for drug substance generation, filtration, and purification.
* Set up single-use equipment between runs and execute production processes in compliance with GMP and EHS standards.
* Optimize processing activities through standard work and lean processing techniques.
* Commit to patient delivery by fostering a culture of safety, ensuring "right first time" execution, and focusing on personal and peer development.
What Skills You Will Need
* In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:
* Science qualification in a technical, engineering, or science-based discipline (or equivalent).
* 1 to 3 years of experience in the biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical industry (or equivalent).
* Preferred experience with manufacturing automation systems (e.g., DeltaV, MES PAS-X).
* Experience in a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
* Good understanding of biologic drug substance production; relevant experience is an advantage.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a shift team and independently.
* Strong logical thinking and proactive problem-solving skills under pressure.
* Flexible and self-motivated.
In Ireland, we work at the forefront of science and technology to advance manufacturing excellence and R&D across our Irish sites and global company network. We’re always looking to make a difference for people, patients, and communities – from Ireland to the world.
Our Commitment To Ireland
We are one of the Ireland’s leading healthcare companies, having first established here over 50 years ago. We have a dynamic and diverse team of over 3,000 employees currently working across seven sites in Ballydine, Co Tipperary, Brinny, Co Cork, Dunboyne, Co Meath, Carlow, and Dublin, where, in addition, operate substantial Human Health and Animal Health businesses. Through our long-standing footprint in Ireland and over $6 billion invested across our Irish operations, our Irish sites manufacture many of the company’s top products, helping save and enhance lives in over 140 countries around the world.
The latest addition to the Ireland family is Dunboyne which joined our network in September 2020. Our Dunboyne site is the company’s first Biologics Drug Substance Single Use Commercialisation Facility, playing an important role in helping to commercialise key medicines as the newest addition to the company network. The cutting-edge innovation and collaboration between Dunboyne’s research and manufacturing teams will significantly accelerate the time it takes to bring a medicine to market for the benefit of patients around the world.
We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.
We are committed to flexible working where possible, and this is why our Company has introduced a new hybrid working model for office-based colleagues around the world.
Please feel free to speak to us about what flexibility means to you during your application.
So, If You Are Ready To
Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.
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Employee Status
Regular
Relocation:
VISA Sponsorship
Travel Requirements:
Flexible Work Arrangements
Not Applicable
Shift
Valid Driving License:
Hazardous Material(s)
Required Skills:
Ability to Work Under Pressure, Ability to Work Under Pressure, Applied Engineering, Biological Filters, Biological Manufacturing, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Biostatistics, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Business Information Systems, Business Management, Business Systems, Cell Cultures, Equipment Maintenance, GMP Compliance, Innovation, Lean Design, Lean Management, Lean Manufacturing, Maintenance Processes, Mammalian Cell Culture, Management Process, Mechatronics, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Systems {+ 5 more}
Preferred Skills
Job Posting End Date:
06/14/2025
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Requisition ID:R348856 #J-18808-Ljbffr