Production Line Operator at Abbott

JOB DESCRIPTION:

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 Free Style 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 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.

What we offer

• Competitive pay

• Health insurance

• Excellent pension scheme

• Life assurance

• Career development opportunities

• Fantastic new facility in a growing business

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

Connect with us at www.abbott.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Manufacturing

DIVISION:

ADC Diabetes Care:

LOCATION:

Ireland > Kilkenny : Kilkenny Business and Technology Park

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 10 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable