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Welcome to AbbVie!
We are a global, research-based biopharmaceutical company that combines the focus and passion of leading-edge biotech with the expertise and capability of an established pharmaceutical leader. Redefining what is possible is our business and our passion. Our goal is to help patients live healthier lives and we are proud to be a Great Place to Work.

We are recruiting a Biologics Technician to join our site in Ballytivnan, Sligo. The Biologics Technician will work as a team member to support biologics operations in pharma operations in line with all safety, regulatory and organizational requirements.

Are you intrigued? Do you want to learn more?

A snapshot of your key responsibilities as a Biologics Technician would be:

• Efficiently operate all biologics processes minimizing material loss.
• Documentation of all activities in line with cGMP requirements.
• Operate Fill Line, Autoclave, Equipment Washer, Headspace Analyzer, Bioreactors, Chromatography Columns, Filtration Systems, Equipment Cleaning and Sterilization, Equipment Pressure Tests, Equipment/Filters Integrity Tests, Water Baths, Isolators and Lyophiliser, as able.
• Perform final product visual inspection.
• Perform product intermediary packaging, as applicable.
• Perform all in process testing methods.
• Material receipt from warehouse, verifying all pertinent documentation.
• Perform process tests and participate in qualification and validation activities as required.
• Diagnose and resolve events or exceptions of production equipment and processes.
• Disposal of domestic, biomedical, and hazardous waste from their respective area as applicable, ensuring compliance with regulations, following the procedures and policies of the plant, division, and the corporation.
• Keep detailed records, manual or electronic, of the operations carried out during the work shift.
• Adhering to all relevant policies relating to Quality & Safety.
• Work with Engineering, Quality and other departments in the development and update of Standard Operating Procedures.

Education and Experience

• Irish Leaving Certificate or equivalent
• 3 year in Batch processing operations in an FDA/ HPRA regulated industry is highly desirable
• Possessing aseptic techniques and sterile fill experience is essential.
• A good knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements relating to the biologics/pharmaceutical industry is desirable
• Experience of operating in a highly automated environment and safe handling of dangerous chemicals is highly desirable.
• Good I.T. skills are required
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written are required for the execution of this role.
• Demonstrates the highest levels of integrity and a strong work ethic at all times

So, does this all sound like the right role for you? Apply Today!

AbbVie is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop innovative solutions for patients and being part of an inclusive work environment.

AbbVie is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community, and embracing diversity and inclusion. It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.