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The company supports the Irish healthcare sector with a broad portfolio spanning diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. Today, Abbott employs more than 6,500 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.\nAbout Abbott\nAbbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.\nAbbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny\nAbbott Diabetes Care has opened a new site, in Kilkenny, that is at the forefront of Diabetes care with the latest technology, to manufacture Freestyle blood glucose test strips and Freestyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the Freestyle Precision, Freestyle Lite and Freestyle Libre systems.\nThis is how you can make a difference at Abbott:\nIn this role you will be responsible for performing calibration functions on manufacturing, testing and measuring equipment. The position impacts upon the accuracy of the company’s measurement and process equipment and subsequent product quality. Therefore, is essential to meeting quality systems requirements and other compliance requirements.\nAs Calibration Tech, your areas of responsibilities will include:\nCalibration Services: Perform calibration and adjustment procedures on various measurement instruments used to measure pressure, temperature, humidity, flow, mass, and other devices.\nDocumentation: Maintain accurate and detailed records of calibration activities, including calibration certificates, calibration procedures, test results, and equipment history. Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.\nTroubleshooting: Identify and troubleshoot issues with measurement equipment, both mechanical and electronic, and implement corrective actions to ensure proper functionality.\nQuality Assurance: Collaborate with quality control and assurance teams to ensure that calibrated instruments meet established specifications and standards. Participate in audits to verify compliance with industry regulations.\nTesting and Validation: Perform testing and validation of new equipment and instruments to ensure they meet required standards before being put into service.\nCommunication: Collaborate with internal teams, including production, engineering, and quality control, to address calibration-related issues and provide technical support.\nCalibration Standards: Stay current with industry trends, calibration standards, and technological advancements. Recommend updates to calibration procedures and protocols to maintain compliance.\nTraining: Provide training to users on proper handling and care of calibrated equipment. Educate staff on the importance of accurate measurements and the calibration process.\nQUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE\nA relevant third level qualification in Engineering/ Science. \nMinimum 3 years experience in a calibration/metrology role in the medical / pharmaceutical industry.\nExperience with a wide array of instruments and Metrology standards desirable.\nExperience in working in ISO 17025 Metrology Lab desirable.\nUnderstanding of measurement uncertainty and 4:1 ratio.\nWhat we Offer\nAttractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as\nFamily health insurance\nExcellent pension scheme\nLife assurance\nCareer Development\nFantastic new facility\nGrowing business plus access to many more benefits.\nImportant Information\nPlease note that any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a Company-designated medical practitioner.\nConnect with us at www.abbott.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.\nAbbott is an equal opportunities employer.\nThe base pay for this position is\nN/A/hourIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.\nJOB FAMILY:\nOperations QualityDIVISION:\nADC Diabetes CareLOCATION:\nIreland > Kilkenny : Kilkenny Business and Technology ParkADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:\nWORK SHIFT:\nIe - 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