About Us
Abbott is a global healthcare leader with a presence in over 160 countries, employing over 113,000 people. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946.
Job Description
This position is based at our manufacturing facility in Kilkenny, Ireland, which serves as our 7th manufacturing site in the country.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide technical support for equipment used in manufacturing areas by repairing, maintaining, or modifying production equipment.
* Monitor machine output and ensure all cells are running to cycle time to meet specific targets.
What You'll Be Doing
1. Install and validate equipment.
2. Conduct scheduled maintenance, diagnose, and troubleshoot faults.
3. Perform skilled maintenance and repair on mechanical, pneumatics, electrical systems.
4. Lead on maintenance and/or process issues.
5. Interpret blueprints and schematics.
6. Certify and train manufacturing associates in production processes.
7. Identify and implement corrective actions for manufacturing-related issues.
Team and Reporting Structure
You will report to a Process Engineering Manager and be part of a team consisting of process engineers and manufacturing technicians.
Requirements
* A minimum Level 6 qualification (Trade or Third level equivalent).
* Electrical and mechanical skills are desired.
* Technical and fault-finding skills.
Benefits
* Pension.
* Healthcare.
* Bonus.
* Life insurance.
* Disability insurance.
* Paid maternity leave.
* Parental leave.
* Adoptive leave.
* Flexible working.