Sr. Tech, Operations

Job Description

 A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Manufacturing Bioprocess Associate.

The role for Senior Manufacturing Bioprocess Associate to provide operational support for shop floor operations of the Late Stage and Launch Pipeline at our new state of the art single use biotechnology facility in Dunboyne.

This role is a site-based role.

The role will be a 24/7 shift role.

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation to carry out the following:

The Senior Manufacturing Bioprocess Associate, is responsible for:

• Will support end-to end production operations for both Fed Batch and Continuous Manufacturing.

• Operate equipment according to electronic batch records, sampling plans and standard operating procedures.

• Ability to solve problems with a desire to continuously learn, improve and develop.

• Conduct all work activities with a strict adherence to the safety and compliance culture on site.

• Supporting the Authoring of electronic batch records, sampling plans, work instructions and standard operating procedures.

What skills you will need:

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• Level 7 qualification in a science or engineering discipline desired.

• Level 6 with a minimum of 2+ years’ experience in a GMP Manufacturing requirement, shall be deemed equivalent.

• Competent in troubleshooting and show practical problem-solving capabilities.

• Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional team.

• Familiarity with contamination control and batch release requirements.

• Understanding of Upstream or Downstream Unit Operations for mAb manufacturing.

• Understanding of both continuous and batch fed manufacturing processes.

• Experience with Emerson DeltaV, Pas X, and the use of Automation in a manufacturing Process.

• Experience in various Single-Use techniques and experiences in the area of an end to end Single Use facility.

• Commissioning and Qualification experience.

 

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.

Required Skills:

Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing, DeltaV DCS, Downstream Operations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), PAS-X, SAP Systems, Single Use Technology, Troubleshooting, Upstream Operations

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

Yes

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

NA

Job Posting End Date:

10/13/2026

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