Manufacturing Technician Role
We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Technician to join our team at our new facility in Kilkenny, Ireland.
About Us
Abbott is a global healthcare company with a presence in over 160 countries and more than 113,000 employees. Our Kilkenny facility is a centre for world-class engineering, quality, and medical device manufacturing, making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946.
Job Summary
This role provides technical support relating to equipment used in manufacturing areas by repairing, maintaining, or modifying production equipment. The successful candidate will work closely with a team of process engineers and manufacturing technicians to ensure efficient and effective operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Install and validate equipment
* Conduct scheduled maintenance, diagnose, and troubleshoot faults
* Perform skilled maintenance and repair on mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems
* Lead on maintenance and/or process issues
* Interpret blueprints and schematics
* Certify and train manufacturing associates in production processes
* Identify and implement corrective actions for manufacturing-related issues
Requirements
* Minimum Level 6 qualification (Trade or Third-level equivalent)
* Desirable: Electrical and mechanical skills, technical and fault-finding skills
Benefits
* Pension
* Healthcare
* Bonus
* Life insurance
* Disability insurance
* Paid maternity leave
* Parental leave
* Adoptive leave
* Flexible working
About Abbott
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.