Production Scientist (Representative II Production Operations)

Bring more to life.   Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?   At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, one of  Danaher’s  15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.    You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.  As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision making—we are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.  Learn about the  Danaher Business System  which makes everything possible.  The Representative II, Production Scientist is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient manufacture of immunoassay diagnostic reagents and conjugates, critical components within immunoassay reagent kits. This role supports consistent product quality and reliable manufacturing output while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements. This position reports to the IA Formulation Supervisor and is part of the Immunoassay Operations team located just outside Tulla in Lismeehan, O’Callaghan’s Mills, Co. Clare , and will be an on-site role . In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Play a key role in the manufacture of high-quality Immunoassay Diagnostic Reagents that support critical diagnostic testing for patients around the world. Develop deep technical expertise in reagent formulation, conjugate manufacturing and in-process testing within a highly regulated environment. Partner with Technical Operations, Validation, Quality and Engineering teams to introduce new processes, implement improvements and support validation activities that drive operational excellence. Lead and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using DBS tools and problem-solving methodologies to enhance safety, quality, delivery and productivity. Take ownership of projects that improve department performance, visibility and effectiveness, including the development of visual management tools and tracking systems. Build your leadership skills by acting as a delegate for the Formulation Supervisor and supporting departmental priorities when required. Present business and operational updates through daily management processes, helping to drive accountability, performance and problem resolution across the team. Work within a collaborative, cross-functional environment where your ideas and contributions can directly influence process improvements and future ways of working. Physical / Working Environment This is an active, hands-on role that requires standing, walking and working with manufacturing and laboratory equipment throughout the workday. You'll work across laboratory, manufacturing and office environments, gaining exposure to all stages of the reagent formulation process. The role involves working in cleanroom and controlled production environments, where adherence to PPE requirements, contamination control standards and quality procedures is essential. You'll operate and monitor specialised manufacturing and