Abbott Ireland Diabetes Care Division Donegal
The Abbott Diabetes Care division based in Donegal Town manufactures FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre system.
Purpose of Role
As Site Services Manager you will lead a dynamic team of facilities specialists and an integrated facility management team to deliver the facility and utility requirements that are necessary to support a high-volume cleanroom manufacturing environment. You will ensure the optimal working environment for in excess of 800 employees and lead the EHS function to ensure regulatory compliance and a safe working space for all.
This position will report to the Site Director.
Major Responsibilities:
- Manage the team to ensure that the tight environmental specifications are achieved in the cleanroom and associated microenvironments.
- Collaborate with the Technical and Operations teams to oversee cross functional activities to minimise variation that could impact product or production performance.
- Develop and manage facility project plans, determine, and agree on project schedules to ensure timely implementation and customer satisfaction.
- Direct a team to ensure product availability, maintain regulatory compliance, and optimize productivity.
- Manage the facility impact of new products in production and provide technical support and knowledge.
- Promote cost-reduction projects.
- Review the status of all plant equipment and associated activities, overseeing all reactive and routine maintenance planning.
- Maintain a programme of continual improvement within the department.
- Define, plan, and coordinate facilities projects, tasks, and objectives to achieve company goals.
- Ensure projects meet quality requirements of all stakeholders, including customers, auditors, and other external agencies by ensuring adherence to the required policies and procedures
- Liaise with external contractors for the successful introduction and commissioning of new or modified building installations, plant services, and equipment.
Education and Experience:
- A relevant third-level qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Science.
- At least 5 years of previous experience in a facility related role in Medical Device or Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Facility Management Professional qualifications are not essential but are preferred.
- Leadership and supervisory experience essential.
- Previous experience managing department resources and also departmental objectives.
- Strong technical experience and ability to measure progress and manage budgets.
- Proven experience managing both internal and external stakeholders and strong relationship management.
What we Offer
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as
- Family health insurance,
- Excellent pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Career Development
- Growing business plus access to many more benefits.
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Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.