Microbiology Supervisor

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at  . Follow @abbvie on  X ,  Facebook ,  Instagram ,  YouTube ,  LinkedIn and  Tik Tok .

Job Description

We are now hiring a Microbiology Supervisor to join our team in Manorhamilton Road, Sligo. This person will be responsible for the microbiology for the site, leading a team. The Microbiology Supervisor ensures effective microbiological services, overseeing environmental monitoring of site utilities and manufacturing areas, along with microbiological testing of materials and products. This person will also be part of the Centre of Excellence for Microbiology for AbbVie Ireland.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine and non-routine microbiological tests and ensure compliance with data integrity policies and regulations.
• Develop and update microbiological procedures for materials, products, and environmental monitoring.
• Train laboratory and production staff in microbiological procedures.
• Maintain comprehensive records of tests and ensure timely testing of samples.
• Lead microbiological investigations and report on trends.
• Supervise direct reports, set goals, manage performance, and develop the team.
• Handle day-to-day microbiological and environmental issues; escalate major issues to the Laboratory Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in microbiology or a related science field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Pharma manufacturing and QC environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with 2 years experience managing a team
• Expertise in aseptic processes and experience in GMP laboratory settings.
• Strong problem-solving and innovative thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership skills to guide and influence the QC Microbiology team.

Why AbbVie?

Join AbbVie and become part of a team committed to pursuing groundbreaking science to meet the medical challenges of tomorrow. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.

Additional Information

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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