Manufacturing Technician, Kilkenny

Manufacturing Technician

Abbott Diabetes Care – Kilkenny

Build Your Future. Improve Lives. Grow with Abbott.

At Abbott, we don’t just manufacture products — we change lives.

Our Kilkenny facility is one of the most advanced manufacturing sites in Europe, producing FreeStyle glucose monitoring technology that supports millions of people living with diabetes worldwide. As we continue to grow, we’re building a team of Manufacturing Technicians at multiple experience levels — offering secure careers, real progression, and meaningful work from day one.

The Role

We are recruiting Manufacturing Technicians at various experience levels to join our brand‑new Kilkenny site. This is a hands‑on technical role where you’ll play a critical role in ensuring our automated production lines run safely, efficiently, and reliably. You’ll work with modern machinery, structured maintenance systems, and cross‑functional teams, with strong opportunities for skill development and career progression in a growing operation.

What You’ll Do

Perform preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs on production equipmentTroubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systemsMonitor machine performance and support OEE and yield targetsUse data and CMMS systems to identify issues and drive improvementsSupport or lead continuous improvement and root cause analysis activitiesAssist with equipment installation, validation, and upgradesTrain and support operators on production equipmentCollaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and operations teamsMaintain clear documentation, reporting, and compliance standards

Experience Levels – Where You Fit

We are hiring across two levels, recognising both potential and proven experience:

Level A

You are early in your career or transitioning into manufacturing.

Foundational mechanical/electrical knowledge (Level 6+)Some hands-on experience (education, apprenticeship, or early role)Basic troubleshooting skills with a willingness to learnWorks best with guidance and structured supportStrong attitude, curiosity, and motivation to grow

Level B

You bring strong, proven experience in a manufacturing environment.

Significant hands-on experience with automated equipmentConfident in independent troubleshooting and fault findingExperience in regulated or high-volume manufacturing (advantageous)Ability to interpret technical drawings and drive root cause analysisComfortable working autonomously and leading tasksStrong communicator, able to train others and drive improvements

What You’ll Bring

Level 6 qualification (or higher) in a technical/engineering disciplineMechanical and/or electrical skillsetProblem-solving mindset with strong troubleshooting abilityInterest or experience in automation and manufacturingA safety-first, quality-driven approachStrong teamwork and communication skillsExperience with CMMS or data-driven systems (advantageous)

Your Career at Abbott

This isn’t just a job — it’s a career pathway.

At Abbott Kilkenny, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Progress from technician to senior or specialist rolesBuild expertise in automation, maintenance, and engineeringContribute to a growing site with long-term opportunities

Join Us

If you’re looking for:

A secure role in a global healthcare leaderThe opportunity to grow and developWork with real purpose and impact

…then Abbott Kilkenny is the place for you.

Important Information

Please note that any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a Company-designated medical practitioner.