Sterilization and Microbiology Engineer
Apply now »Date: Dec 22, 2024
Location: Galway, G, IE
Company: Celestica International Inc.
08 - Specialist, Operations Quality
Req ID: 121707
Remote Position: No
Hiring Manager: Pat Murphy
Band: 08
Region: Europe
Country: Ireland
State/Province: Galway
City: Galway
General Overview
Functional Area: Quality (QUA)
Career Stream: Operations Quality (OPQ)
Role: Specialist (SPE)
Job Title: Specialist, Operations Quality
Job Code: SPE-QUA-OPQ
Job Level: Band 08
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect
Summary
We are currently recruiting for a fixed-term 12-month contract Sterilization and Microbiology Engineer as part of a new product introduction in Galway. See job description below:
A career at Celestica is only for those who want to do something extraordinary with a meaningful purpose: imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers. Celestica is a leader in high – reliability design, manufacturing and supply chain solutions that bring global expertise to every stage of product development.
By Joining Celestica Galway (Ireland) as a Sterilization and Microbiology Engineer you will have the opportunity to work on delivering a fully automated high volume manufacturing line from development stage to full scale production ramp producing world class medical devices in a dynamic, fast moving environment. You will become responsible for dealing with the three major phases of Quality Management, Quality Planning/Prevention &Corrective Action.
Your next challenge will be…
To lead validation activities, process/procedure definition and maintain a continuous flow of high quality products to our customers in a medical device environment. This position will be responsible for supporting some of our product family in the Med tech sector liaising with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain and Customer contracts reporting into our Quality Manager.
Detailed Description
Your day to day activities will include the following…
• Participating in NPI projects defining the Customer requirements for the Microbiology and Sterilization
• Elaborating and executing Validation Protocols and Reports applicable for these areas for EO Sterilization Process Validations, Cleanroom Validations, Microbiology Laboratory Validation, Water System Validation.
• Supporting the Cleanroom Cleaning Validation.
• Updating the Quality System Documentation and New Document Creation to be aligned to Customer and Regulation requirements for Sustaining.
• Development and Execution of Microbiology Test methods, Method Validation and Method Qualification
• Leading and following up on Special Projects with Sterilization and Lab Services Suppliers.
• Leading and participating in new projects preparation and presentation to the Management for Improvements and cost reduction.
• Participating and supporting during third parties audits such as corporate ISO & FDA Audits to ensure GMP, ISO, QSR Regulations and Standards are followed.
What do we offer?
• Market-competitive total reward: flexible salary, fix and variable salary based on goals
• The opportunity to become a key member of the new product introduction team in the Health Tech Quality function driven by innovation where creativity matters.
• Training and development opportunities, with us the sky is the limit!
• The opportunity to innovate, learn, mentor others and work toward your own vision of career success
• A global, collaborative culture with strong leadership imperatives to foster your growth and professional opportunities
• A sustainable culture where we provide opportunities for employees to give back to the community
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
What do we expect from you?
• A thorough working knowledge of Sterilization Processes, Validation techniques and Cleanroom Monitoring/Standards
• An ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of internal and external customers
• Good knowledge of the Medical Device industry or another highly regulated environment.
• Strong Knowledge in Microbiology test methods like, Bioburden testing, Endotoxin Testing, Viable air testing, Surface testing and Compressed air testing, Growth Promotion test/Sterility test
• Experience in EO sterilization and sterilization validation
• Good understanding of ISO 13485, ISO 11737 and ISO 11135
Typical Experience
What are we looking for?
• A minimum of 3+ years Sterilization/Microbiology engineering experience
• Someone with a level 8 degree (240 credits) or equivalent in Science with Biology or Microbiology related discipline. However, postgraduate qualifications etc. will be considered if supported with relevant experience.
• Someone with an ability to initiate and lead change, collaborate and create alignment, drive accountability, think critically and make sound decisions
• Experience of 6 Sigma quality methods would be a distinct advantage.
• Someone that is open to the opportunity of short term travel assignments particularly at the early stages of the project.
• Demonstrated Experience in drafting and executing test methods, validation plans, protocols reports
• Participating and functional leading for regulated bodies auditing.
Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
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