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Norbrook Laboratories is one of the world’s largest privately owned veterinary pharmaceutical companies and is ranked in the top 20 companies within the global animal health market. With its global headquarters in Newry the company has developed, manufactured and distributed generic veterinary pharmaceuticals worldwide since 1969.
Norbrook’s culture is based on its values, and its One Team ethos is evident through the ongoing commitment and dedication of employees to producing high quality products for livestock and pets globally, and also supporting community initiatives.
Denise Collins, HR Director at Norbrook, said: “Working at Norbrook provides the opportunity to make a difference by supporting the development and manufacturing of products that improve the lives of people’s pets around the world and help the food supply chain on which we all rely to function and thrive. It also provides fantastic career development opportunities, with our focus on people development and the fact that our global headquarters are based here on the island of Ireland.”
Oliver Allen works for Norbrook as a manufacturing supervisor. Having previously worked in a bank for 20 years, Oliver joined Norbrook with aims to progress a career in operational leadership.
“Everyone will say it, but no day is typical in Norbrook” Oliver says, “With the nature of the work every day is different and challenging so I’m going home feeling like I’ve achieved something. There is great satisfaction in knowing that our products are sitting in shelves all around the world.”
Norbrook, dedicated to upskilling their employees, provide their staff with ongoing training which Oliver says is improving his work, “it is helping me become more effective in achieving better results and building better relationships.”
Oliver says that it was very easy to integrate into the team in Norbrook, “Even though my career journey has been very different I would say that I’ve settled in very quickly and was made to feel very welcome, I felt part of the team from the outset.”
Level 2 Operative Fergal began his career with Norbrook over four years’ ago. As a Production Operative, Fergal is based in the vial preparation room, and for him, a typical day can include preparing paperwork, cleaning and sterilising vials in preparation for each batch of products being manufactured.
In his role, Fergal is challenged, which he finds rewarding: “Attention to detail is needed. You also have to be good at problem solving in order to fix any issues”.
Whether you are starting your career or want to take the next step in your career progression, Norbrook has a wide range of opportunities available across all functions, with immediate starts available for Production Operatives and Manufacturing Supervisors, and a £500 sign-on bonus available
Norbrook are hosting a Recruitment Open Day on Monday 8th August in the Canal Court Hotel Newry. Come along between 12pm-7pm to meet with members of our team, and find out about our opportunities. No experience? No problem – we have a role to suit you as full training is provided. Fast track applications and interviews will be available on the day, making it easier for you secure your next career move.
