Line Operator - Summer Season, Kilkenny

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare company creating life‑changing technologies used by people around the world. Our Abbott Diabetes Care site in Kilkenny is a modern manufacturing facility producing FreeStyle glucose test strips and sensors. 

About the role

As a Manufacturing Line Operator, you will work on the production floor in a regulated, process‑driven environment, supporting daily manufacturing schedules while following strict quality and safety standards. 

This role is a fixed term summer position with final working dates as 31st of August 2026.

This role suits someone who is: 

Comfortable with hands‑on, routine production work 

Reliable, detail‑focused and safety‑conscious 

Happy working to defined procedures and schedules 

What you'll do

Operate production and/or test equipment 

Follow GMP, safety rules and standard operating procedures 

Meet daily production targets with guidance from your Supervisor 

Record production data accurately using approved systems 

Perform basic troubleshooting and escalate issues as required 

Support training of new team members when needed 

Contribute to continuous improvement activities 

What we're looking for

Manufacturing or production experience is an advantage, but not essential 

Good communication and teamwork skills 

Basic computer skills 

A positive, flexible attitude and strong attention to detail 

Experience in regulated or manufacturing environments (e.g. medical device, pharma, food, automotive) is beneficial. 

Please note: Any offer of employment is conditional on successful completion of a pre‑employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening. 

Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.