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AbbVie

Global biopharmaceutical company developing medicines

QC Pharma Supervisor - Laboratory Quality Control

Full-Time
No salary listed
Junior, Mid, Senior
Bachelor's
Minna, Inverin, Co. Galway, Ireland
In Person

On-site in Westport, Ireland; no remote work.

About the job

Requirements
  • BS in science or equivalent (Chemistry, Microbiology, or Biology preferred)
  • 2-5 years of laboratory experience
  • 2-5 years of supervisory experience
  • Demonstrated skills to deal effectively with members of the department and the areas serviced by the laboratory
  • Problem solving skills are required
  • Must be able to interpret impact of laboratory data for appropriate and effective actions
  • Must be able to identify problem areas requiring development, maintenance, production, engineering, accounting, or planning with assistance from more senior staff
  • Must also be able to identify, communicate, and follow-through to completion and assist in the development of necessary corrective action plans to resolve the problem with supervision. May also assist in the activities required for the investigation and resolution
Responsibilities
  • Supervise daily laboratory operations and ensure team activities are carried out in compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Support weekly and daily laboratory schedules and participate in daily Tier 1 meetings to review shift productivity
  • Ensure all testing data, raw data, and results are documented accurately, legibly, and on time
  • Use laboratory systems such as LIMS, Sample Manager, and Empower effectively
  • Review and interpret test results
  • Promote and maintain compliance with company standards in safety, housekeeping, and quality
  • Identify and escalate any discrepancies or non-conformances to management
  • Ensure good housekeeping and adherence to Good Laboratory Practices
  • Work on a rotating monthly shift pattern
  • Collaborate with team members, Supervisors, the Quality Manager, and the Laboratory Manager to ensure compliance with the Quality Management System
Desired Qualifications
  • Third-level qualification in a Science discipline, preferably Chemistry
  • 1–2 years’ experience working as an Analyst in a GMP/GLP environment
  • 1–2 years’ experience working with analytical equipment, particularly HPLC and GC, as well as other laboratory techniques
  • Working knowledge and experience using Empower
  • Strong understanding of Data Integrity from a laboratory perspective
  • Excellent communication, organization, time management, and teamwork skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative

About the company

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company that develops and sells medicines to treat serious health conditions. Its portfolio spans immunology, oncology, virology, neuroscience, and aesthetics, with products designed to modulate the immune system, target disease pathways, or support medical aesthetics. AbbVie compounds its products through a heavy emphasis on research and development, investing billions to build a steady pipeline of new therapies. Its medicines are brought to market by selling to healthcare providers, hospitals, and clinics, and in some cases directly to patients via prescriptions. The company differentiates itself through a wide, globally distributed product line, substantial R&D investment, and a commitment to sustainability and patient care, including science-based targets. AbbVie’s goal is to improve patient outcomes by delivering effective treatments for unmet medical needs while pursuing long-term, responsible growth across healthcare markets.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

North Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1888

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Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

5%
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