At Abbott, we are a global healthcare leader with a presence in over 160 countries. Our company has more than 113,000 employees worldwide. Our new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny is our 7th manufacturing site in Ireland.
This state-of-the-art facility serves as a centre for world-class engineering, quality, and medical device manufacturing. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946.
We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Technician to provide technical support and leadership relating to equipment used in the manufacturing areas.
Key responsibilities include:
• Installing and validating equipment
• Conducting scheduled maintenance, diagnosing, and troubleshooting faults
• Performing skilled maintenance and repair such as mechanical, pneumatics, electrical systems
• Leading on maintenance and/or process issues
• Interpreting blueprints and schematics
• Certifying and training manufacturing associates in production processes
• Identifying and implementing corrective actions for manufacturing related issues
This role will report to a Process Engineering Manager on a team of approximately 20 members, consisting of process engineers and manufacturing technicians.
Requirements for this position include:
• Minimum level 6 qualification (Trade or Third level equivalent)
• Desirable skills: Electrical and mechanical skills, Technical and fault-finding skills
The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including pension, healthcare, bonus, life insurance, disability insurance, paid maternity leave, parental leave, adoptive leave, and flexible working arrangements.
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.