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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott in Ireland Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo. 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. Responsibilities: Operates production and/or test equipment. Completes daily work to meet established schedule with guidance from supervisor. Follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), standard operating procedures, and applicable safety rules. Ensure tools and equipment are set up and operated per procedures. Records production information on approved document or electronic system. Performs basic troubleshooting on operation issues before escalating to supervisor and support team. May perform product testing and release. May assist in executing validation protocols. Ensures safe work practices and follows behavioural based safety guidelines at all times while on site. Carries out training of new employees as appropriate. Support continuous improvement by generating ideas and assisting in projects where needed. Maintain adequate stocks of operating supplies and consumables within production area as appropriate Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor. Education and Experience: Relevant work experience advantageous but not essential or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Excellent communication / interpersonal skills. Enthusiastic and energetic with the ability to integrate quickly into a team environment. Demonstrated flexible and innovative approach to work. Comfortable working with computers. Please note any offer of employment for this position is?conditional upon the successful completion?of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company Skills: Line Operator Process Operator Machine Operator Production Benefits: Medical Aid / Health Care pension Group Life Assurance development
Lead with purpose. Innovate with impact. At Abbott, were dedicated to helping people live more fully at all stages of life. With over 113,000 colleagues across 160+ countries, we deliver life-changing technologies in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. In Ireland, Abbott has been operating since 1946 and now employs around 6,000 people across ten sites. Our Donegal Town facility is a key part of our Diabetes Care division, manufacturing FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and sensors used in diabetes management. Were now hiring aMaintenance Team Leader to join our high-performing team in Donegal and help drive our journey inManufacturing 4.0. Please note any offer of employment for this position is?conditional upon the successful completion?of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company Why Join Us? Be part of a global healthcare leader with a strong local presence. Work in a digitally enabled, innovation-driven environment. Enjoy significant time off each month through our day/night shift structure. Benefit from a generous relocation package (terms discussed at offer stage). What Youll Do As the Lead, youll manage a team of operators and oversee day-to-day production activities while championing smart manufacturing practices. Youll build strong relationships, foster collaboration, and drive results through your team. Key Responsibilities: Lead with empathy and authority, building rapport and trust across your team. Diagnose and resolve maintenance issues using data-driven insights and digital tools. Maintain accurate records in line with SOPs and digital compliance systems. Recommend equipment and system improvements aligned with Industry 4.0 principles. Ensure training compliance through digital learning platforms and ISO standards. Drive Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives using real-time data and analytics. Coach and mentor team members, conducting performance reviews with a focus on growth and digital skill development. Promote 6S standards and a safe, productive work environment enhanced by smart technologies. Ensure compliance with corporate and divisional policies, leveraging digital reporting and monitoring systems. What Were Looking For Qualifications & Experience: Third-level qualification or trade certificate in Engineering, Science, or Manufacturing. Minimum 3 years experience in an Engineering or Manufacturing environment. Strong technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering. Familiarity with digital manufacturing systems, automation, and data analytics is a plus. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a proven ability to motivate and engage teams. Who Thrives in This Role? This role is ideal for someone who: Builds strong relationships and achieves results through collaboration. Has a strong sense of urgency and thrives in a fast-paced, digitally evolving environment. Is results-driven, innovative, and confident in decision-making. Embraces digitalisation and continuous improvement. Can manage multiple priorities and delegate effectively. Ready to Lead the Future of Manufacturing? Join Abbott in Donegal and help shape the future of diabetes care through smart, connected, and people-powered manufacturing. Skills: Maintenance Management Manufacturing Management Continuous Improvement team lead Benefits: pension Group Life Assurance development Laptop Parking Medical Aid / Health Care
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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott in Ireland Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo. Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny Abbott Diabetes Care has recently opened a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Kilkenny, producing FreeStyle blood glucose sensors. This site plays a critical role in supporting people living with diabetes worldwide, using the latest manufacturing and automation technologies. The Opportunity We are recruiting Manufacturing Technicians at various experience levels to join our brand-new Kilkenny site. This is a hands-on technical role where youll support high-volume, automated manufacturing equipment, ensuring safe, efficient and reliable production. Youll work with modern machinery, structured maintenance systems, and cross-functional teams, with strong opportunities for skill development and career progression in a growing operation. Key Responsibilities As a Manufacturing Technician, you will: Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, troubleshooting and repairs on production equipment Maintain and repair mechanical, pneumatic and electrical systems Support the day-to-day operation of automated equipment, including conveyors, depositors, pick-and-place and weighing machines Interpret technical drawings, schematics and manuals Monitor machine performance, cycle times and output to support OEE and yield targets Use data and equipment reports to identify issues and drive continuous improvement Lead or support maintenance and process improvement activities, working independently or as part of a team Coordinate with and oversee external contractors when required Assist with equipment installation, validation and process improvements in line with established procedures Train and certify manufacturing associates on equipment and production processes Support documentation updates, technical reports and root-cause investigations What Youll Bring Level 6 qualification or higher in a technical or engineering-related discipline Strong mechanical and/or electrical skillset Ideally experienced working with industrial manufacturing equipment Solid fault-finding and troubleshooting capability Experience using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) A safety-focused mindset and ability to work in a regulated manufacturing environment Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach Please note any offer of employment for this position is?conditional upon the successful completion?of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company Skills: Maintenance Production Management pneaumatic diagnostic Continuous Improvement Electrical Data Analysis Benefits: Competitive salary and shift allowance Family health insurance Excellent pension scheme Group Life Assurance growth security
