Laboratory Manager
Posted 18 days 11 hours ago by Abbott Laboratories
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Laboratory Manager to lead our Sensor Testing Laboratory in Donegal. This is a key leadership role where you will oversee all testing activities, drive operational excellence, and ensure the highest standards of quality, compliance, and efficiency.
You will play a critical part in shaping the performance of the lab, leading a high-performing team, and collaborating cross-functionally to support business and customer needs.
Please note any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and develop a team of sensor test leads, fostering a high-performance and collaborative environment
- Oversee all laboratory testing activities to ensure delivery against production and project timelines
- Drive operational excellence initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and performance
- Provide technical expertise and guidance across all sensor testing capabilities
- Manage departmental and project budgets, ensuring effective resource utilisation
- Monitor, measure, and report on lab performance and testing outcomes
- Ensure full compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company procedures
- Identify and elevate any risks that may impact product quality, safety, or delivery
- Champion a strong culture of health, safety, and environmental responsibility within the lab
- A third-level qualification in Engineering, Science, Manufacturing, or a related discipline
- Experience in a Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, or similarly regulated environment
- Proven leadership or supervisory experience with the ability to motivate and develop teams
- Strong technical understanding of testing environments or laboratory operations
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
- Family health insurance
- Excellent pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Career Development
- Fantastic new facility
- Growing business plus access to many more benefits.
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.