FPRT Lab Technician

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JOB DESCRIPTION: Abbott in Ireland Abbott has maintained a strong presence in Ireland since 1946 and celebrates its 80th anniversary in the country in 2026. 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.   About Abbott Abbott 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.   Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny Abbott 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. Main purpose of the role To perform all set up, preparation and testing of sensors via Portal test system so that testing is performed on time, in full meeting all quality and compliance requirements, and in a cost-effective manner to meet the needs of the business & the customer. The role includes performing laboratory duties such as preparing buffers and performing validity testing using specified equipment. The person within the role will perform verifications of their colleagues’ actions and undertake batch record reviews and approvals, to support product batch release. Perform inspections associated with laboratory investigations and / or technical / quality system investigations and generate associated reports. he person will assist in the scheduling and control of testing to ensure all scheduled testing is performed correctly in a timely manner. The role is individually accountable for the quality and efficiency of their own actions whilst performing sensors testing, and via verifications also responsible for the actions of their colleagues.  To maintain awareness of new/changed products and processes within the area, and to proactively support projects and drive improvements in terms of quality, cost and efficiency. The person undertaking the role will ensure their actions are compliant with Health and Safety regulations and standards by adhering the sites Health and Safety systems and procedures. Being accountable for the health and safety of themselves and others by highlighting where EHS improvements can be made. Main responsibilities • Operate laboratory equipment following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). • Perform troubleshooting and problem solving online following guidance in SOPs. • Prepare solutions according to SOP’s, accurately weighing raw materials and performing calculations, • Perform the associated Inventory Management transactions (i.e. generation of batch numbers and material usage transactions). • Perform basic engineering functions (i.e. set-up checks and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment) and consistently maintain a high standard of housekeeping. • Maintain good timekeeping for all tasks and to wear correct working attire and PPE. • Perform cleaning of glassware and utensils and maintain the laboratory in a clean and fit condition for use • Ensure sufficient stocks of all laboratory consumables available ready for use. • Assist in the scheduling and control of testing and making sure all scheduled testing is performed correctly in a timely manner to ensure output targets and schedules are met. • P

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