Make a Difference with Abbott
At Abbott, you'll play a key role in helping people live their lives to the fullest. As a global healthcare leader, our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products, and branded generic medicines.
About Us
We employ over 113,000 colleagues across more than 160 countries, making a daily impact on people's lives.
Abbott Ireland
In Ireland, we have around 6,000 employees across ten sites, including seven manufacturing facilities and commercial operations in Dublin and Galway.
Purpose of Role
You'll be responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of Operational Technology (OT) and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) within the site.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop strategy and oversee OT and MES systems deployment, configuration, and maintenance.
* Collaborate with IT and production teams to ensure seamless integration with other enterprise systems.
* Identify process improvements and implement solutions to enhance manufacturing efficiency and productivity.
* Ensure OT and MES systems comply with industry standards, regulations, and cybersecurity protocols.
* Lead Controls and MES Teams in providing technical support and troubleshooting for OT and MES-related issues.
* Manage OT and MES projects from conception through implementation and post-implementation support.
* Utilize data from OT and MES systems to generate insights and support decision-making processes.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
* Minimum 10 years' experience in OT and MES management within a high-tech manufacturing environment.
* Proficiency in OT and MES systems, knowledge of PLCs, Vision Systems, ERP systems, and cybersecurity best practices.
* Strong project management skills with experience leading cross-functional teams.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, presenting complex technical information and analysis to senior stakeholders.
* Demonstrated leadership capabilities and ability to influence and drive change.
* Role model site values and create a high-performance culture within the team.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation package, including competitive pay, family health insurance, excellent pension scheme, life assurance, career development, and growing business opportunities.