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Quality Professional at Abbott in Longford, Leinster, Ireland
ExperiencedOn-siteFull-timeLongford, Leinster, Ireland
Job Description
Quality Professional
Location: Ireland - Longford
JOB DESCRIPTION:
About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader committed to helping people live healthier, fuller lives at every stage. Our portfolio spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines, serving patients in more than 160 countries with a workforce of over 115,000 employees worldwide.
In Ireland, Abbott employs over 6,000 people across ten sites, including six manufacturing facilities in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford, and Sligo, as well as commercial and shared services operations in Dublin and Galway. Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946.
The Role – Quality Professional
We are seeking a Quality Professional to support the delivery of compliant, high-quality products, processes, and services. This role plays a key part in maintaining quality standards, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance within a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Systems & Compliance
Ensure adherence to quality standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
Identify and escalate non-compliance issues in a timely manner
Support ongoing compliance with Abbott’s Quality Management System and Quality Policy
Operational Quality Support
Review and approve documentation and process orders
Perform inspections of incoming materials/components, where applicable
Ensure all activities and documentation meet compliance standards
Risk Management & Problem Solving
Apply risk management principles (e.g., FMEA) to support quality outcomes
Investigate quality issues and complaints, recommending effective solutions
Exercise sound judgement in resolving issues of moderate complexity
Project & Process Improvement
Support quality-related projects and cross-functional initiatives
Identify opportunities for process improvements and support change implementation
Contribute to validation activities, design controls, and change control processes
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and suppliers
Provide guidance and support to technicians and junior team members
Participate in audits, reviews, and business initiatives
Education & Experience
Third-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related discipline
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a quality or regulated environment (less may be considered with advanced qualifications)
Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory requirements
Demonstrated ability to support business objectives through quality excellence and continuous improvement
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, regulated manufacturing environment, contributing to products that positively impact patients’ lives worldwide while developing your career in quality and operational excellence.
Please note any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com or https://www.ie.abbott/, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbottand on Twitter @AbbottNews.
The base pay for this position is
N/A
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Operations Quality
DIVISION:
CRLB Core Lab
LOCATION:
Ireland > Longford : Lisnamuck
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Ie - Lfdflsg2 (Ireland)
TRAVEL:
No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Yes
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Not Applicable