Sterilisation Manager at Abbott

Clonmel, County Tipperary, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree plus 9+ years of related work experience with a strong understanding of specified functional area, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
An advanced degree is preferred
Substantial knowledge of a Radiation and/or Ethylene Oxide or other sterilization modality

Responsibilities

Leads a team that conducts sterilization qualification for new products and/or changes to existing products
Leads team that performs sterilization validation for radiation sterilized products, including dose setting and quarterly dose audits
Leads team that performs sterilization validation for ethylene oxide sterilized products, including new product qualification, annual revalidations, residual EO studies, and D-value studies
Provides product development and Operations teams with sterilization Subject Matter Expert support
Assists in Supplier Quality audits of contract sterilization facilities and third-party manufacturers
Leads team that conducts dose audit failure investigations
Leads team that conducts Ethylene Oxide Biological indicator sterility positive investigation

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Sterilization ValidationRadiation SterilizationEthylene Oxide SterilizationDose SettingDose AuditsSupplier Quality AuditsFailure InvestigationsBiological Indicator InvestigationTeam Leadership

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position located in Clonmel, Ireland.

What education and experience are required for the Sterilisation Manager role?

A Bachelor’s degree plus 9+ years of related work experience with a strong understanding of the functional area is required, or an equivalent combination; an advanced degree is preferred. Substantial knowledge of Radiation and/or Ethylene Oxide or other sterilization modalities is also needed.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the role involve in terms of team leadership?

The role leads a team responsible for sterilization qualification, validation for radiation and ethylene oxide products, dose audits, failure investigations, and providing subject matter expert support to product development and Operations teams.

What makes a strong candidate for this Sterilisation Manager position?

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) plus 9+ years of experience, substantial knowledge of radiation, ethylene oxide, or other sterilization modalities, and leadership experience in validation and compliance will stand out.

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters

1888Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees