9 Manufacturing jobs in Portlaoise

**Who we are:**
Abbott has a presence in over 160 countries and has over 113,000 employees. Our new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny (R95 A02A) is Abbott's 7th manufacturing site in Ireland.
The facility is a centre for world-class engineering, quality, medical device manufacturing. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946.
**Abbott Ireland**
In Ireland, Abbott employs around 6,000 people across ten sites. We currently have seven manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford, Kilkenny and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott also has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946.
**What is this position:**
As Manufacturing Technician you will provide technical support relating to equipment utilized in the manufacturing areas by repairing, maintaining, or modifying production equipment.
Monitoring machine output on the shift to and ensure all cells are running to cycle time, to meet specific targets.
**What You'll Be Doing:**
+ Install and equipment validation
+ Conducting scheduled maintenance, diagnosing, and troubleshooting faults
+ Perform skilled maintenance and repair such as mechanical, pneumatics, electrical systems
+ Lead on maintenance and/or process issues
+ Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
+ Certifies and train manufacturing associates in the production processes.
+ Identifies and implements corrective actions for manufacturing related issues.
**How does this role fit into the organisation:**
You will report to a process Engineering Manager on a team of approx. 20. Your team will include process engineers and manufacturing technicians.
**What we're looking for:**
+ Min level 6 qualification (Trade or Third level equivalent)
+ Electrical and mechanical skills are desired
+ Technical and fault-finding skills
**What's in it for you:**
+ Pension
+ Healthcare
+ Bonus
+ Life insurance
+ Disability insurance
+ Paid maternity leave
+ Parental leave
+ Adoptive leave
+ Flexible working
Connect with us at or , on LinkedIn at , on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews.
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email

**Abbott Ireland**
In Ireland, Abbott employs around 6,000 people across ten sites. We currently have seven manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford, Kilkenny and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott also has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946.
**What is this position:**
As Manufacturing Technician you will provide technical support relating to equipment utilized in the manufacturing areas by repairing, maintaining, or modifying production equipment.
Monitoring machine output on the shift to and ensure all cells are running to cycle time, to meet specific targets.
**What You'll Be Doing:**
+ Install and equipment validation
+ Conducting scheduled maintenance, diagnosing, and troubleshooting faults
+ Perform skilled maintenance and repair such as mechanical, pneumatics, electrical systems
+ Lead on maintenance and/or process issues
+ Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
+ Certifies and train manufacturing associates in the production processes.
+ Identifies and implements corrective actions for manufacturing related issues.
**How does this role fit into the organisation:**
You will report to a process Engineering Manager on a team of approx. 20. Your team will include process engineers and manufacturing technicians.
**What we're looking for:**
+ Min level 6 qualification (Trade or Third level equivalent)
+ Electrical and mechanical skills are desired
+ Technical and fault-finding skills
**What's in it for you:**
+ Pension
+ Healthcare
+ Bonus
+ Life insurance
+ Disability insurance
+ Paid maternity leave
+ Parental leave
+ Adoptive leave
+ Flexible working
Connect with us at or , on LinkedIn at , on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews.
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email

**Who we are:**
Abbott has a presence in over 160 countries and has over 113,000 employees. Our new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny (R95 A02A) is Abbott's 7th manufacturing site in Ireland.
The facility is a centre for world-class engineering, quality, medical device manufacturing. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946.
**What is this position:**
As Manufacturing Technician you will provide technical support relating to equipment utilized in the manufacturing areas by repairing, maintaining, or modifying production equipment.
Monitoring machine output on the shift to and ensure all cells are running to cycle time, to meet specific targets.
**What You'll Be Doing:**
+ Install and equipment validation
+ Conducting scheduled maintenance, diagnosing, and troubleshooting faults
+ Perform skilled maintenance and repair such as mechanical, pneumatics, electrical systems
+ Lead on maintenance and/or process issues
+ Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
+ Certifies and train manufacturing associates in the production processes.
+ Identifies and implements corrective actions for manufacturing related issues.
**How does this role fit into the organisation:**
You will report to a process Engineering Manager on a team of approx. 20. Your team will include process engineers and manufacturing technicians.
**What we're looking for:**
+ Min level 6 qualification (Trade or Third level equivalent)
+ Electrical and mechanical skills are desired
+ Technical and fault-finding skills
**What's in it for you:**
+ Pension
+ Healthcare
+ Bonus
+ Life insurance
+ Disability insurance
+ Paid maternity leave
+ Parental leave
+ Adoptive leave
+ Flexible working
Connect with us at or , on LinkedIn at , on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews.
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email

**About Abbott**
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott in Ireland**
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
**Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny**
Abbott Diabetes Care has opened a new site, in Kilkenny, that is at the forefront of Diabetes care with the latest technology, to manufacture FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre systems.
**What is this position:**
As Manufacturing Technician you will provide technical support relating to equipment utilized in the manufacturing areas by repairing, maintaining, or modifying production equipment.
Monitoring machine output on the shift to and ensure all cells are running to cycle time, to meet specific targets.
**What You'll Be Doing:**
+ Install and equipment validation
+ Conducting scheduled maintenance, diagnosing, and troubleshooting faults
+ Perform skilled maintenance and repair such as mechanical, pneumatics, electrical systems
+ Lead on maintenance and/or process issues
+ Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
+ Certifies and train manufacturing associates in the production processes.
+ Identifies and implements corrective actions for manufacturing related issues.
**How does this role fit into the organisation:**
You will report to a process Engineering Manager on a team of approx. 20. Your team will include process engineers and manufacturing technicians.
**What we're looking for:**
+ Min level 6 qualification (Trade or Third level equivalent)
+ Electrical and mechanical skills are desired
+ Technical and fault-finding skills
**What's in it for you:**
+ Pension
+ Healthcare
+ Bonus
+ Life insurance
+ Disability insurance
+ Paid maternity leave
+ Parental leave
+ Adoptive leave
+ Flexible working
Connect with us at and on LinkedIn , Facebook ( , Instagram , X ( and YouTube .
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email

Were currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with an award-winning diagnostics organization based in Kilkenny. This is an excellent position for anyone who is looking to join a leading multinational who are one of the best at what they do. Duties Lead the installation of new equipment and support validation activities. Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and diagnose/troubleshoot equipment faults. Carry out repairs and maintenance across mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems. Take the lead in resolving maintenance or process-related issues Read and interpret technical blueprints and schematics. Train manufacturing operators in production processes. Identify and implement corrective actions for process or equipment-related issues. Education & Experience Minimum Level 6 qualification (Trade certification or third-level equivalent). Proficiency in both electrical and mechanical systems is preferred. Strong technical aptitude with effective fault-finding and problem-solving abilities. If interested in this posting please feel free to contact Sen McCarthy on or for further information.

**About Abbott**
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott in Ireland**
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
**Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny**
Abbott Diabetes Care has opened a new site, in Kilkenny, that is at the forefront of Diabetes care with the latest technology, to manufacture FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre systems.
**This is how you can make a difference at Abbott:**
We are currently recruiting for Manufacturing Technicians across area's such as Surface Mount Technology, E Beam, Packing and Puck. In this role you will provide technical support relating to equipment utilized in the manufacturing areas by repairing, maintaining, or modifying production equipment utilizing technical expertise, technical manuals, schematic drawings, precision tools, and test equipment. You will utilize data reports on equipment and systems to generate improvement initiatives, monitor machine output on the shift to and ensure all cells are running to cycle time, to meet specific OEE targets. Perform and/or participate with conducting routine maintenance checks to ensure the operational efficiency of machines and production equipment is maintained to the desired standards. Monitor processes, running diagnostic tests with products and equipment, create a comprehensive report for resolution methods, familiar with asset maintenance software (Maximo preferable).
Your main responsibilities will be:
+ Activities include conducting scheduled maintenance, diagnosing, and troubleshooting faults and undertaking repairs, and selecting, engaging, and working with outside contractors.
+ Performs the most complex skilled maintenance and repair such as mechanical, pneumatics, electrical systems.
+ Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
+ Good understanding on day-to-day operation for conveyors, depositors, p&p machines, and weighing machines.
+ Assist in the compilation and presentation of technical feedback on engineering performance relating to yield output.
+ Lead on maintenance and/or process issues and to work independently or as a team member.
+ Monitor production processes, running diagnostic tests with products and equipment, and create a comprehensive report for resolution methods
+ Certifies and train manufacturing associates in the production processes.
+ Evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment. May develop or revise documents and procedures.
+ Identifies and implements corrective actions for manufacturing related issues.
+ Installs and validates equipment and processes in the production area to improve yield and/or reduce cycle time following the established validation procedure.
**QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**
+ Min level 6 in technical related discipline.
+ Electrical and mechanical skills are desired.
+ Must have excellent knowledge with industrial machines and the mechanical industry, as their expertise is crucial in keeping the safety and security of all production staff.
+ Experience within a Computerized Maintenance Management Work Order system environment.
+ Technical and fault-finding skills
+ Surface mount technology experience an advantage.
**What we Offer**
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as
+ Family health insurance,
+ Excellent pension scheme
+ Life assurance
+ Career Development
+ Fantastic new facility
+ Growing business plus access to many more benefits.
Connect with us at and on LinkedIn , Facebook ( , Instagram , X ( and YouTube .
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email

**This is how you can make a difference at Abbott:**
We are currently recruiting for Manufacturing Technicians across area's such as Surface Mount Technology, E Beam, Packing and Puck. In this role you will provide technical support relating to equipment utilized in the manufacturing areas by repairing, maintaining, or modifying production equipment utilizing technical expertise, technical manuals, schematic drawings, precision tools, and test equipment. You will utilize data reports on equipment and systems to generate improvement initiatives, monitor machine output on the shift to and ensure all cells are running to cycle time, to meet specific OEE targets. Perform and/or participate with conducting routine maintenance checks to ensure the operational efficiency of machines and production equipment is maintained to the desired standards. Monitor processes, running diagnostic tests with products and equipment, create a comprehensive report for resolution methods, familiar with asset maintenance software (Maximo preferable).
Your main responsibilities will be:
+ Activities include conducting scheduled maintenance, diagnosing, and troubleshooting faults and undertaking repairs, and selecting, engaging, and working with outside contractors.
+ Performs the most complex skilled maintenance and repair such as mechanical, pneumatics, electrical systems.
+ Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
+ Good understanding on day-to-day operation for conveyors, depositors, p&p machines, and weighing machines.
+ Assist in the compilation and presentation of technical feedback on engineering performance relating to yield output.
+ Lead on maintenance and/or process issues and to work independently or as a team member.
+ Monitor production processes, running diagnostic tests with products and equipment, and create a comprehensive report for resolution methods
+ Certifies and train manufacturing associates in the production processes.
+ Evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment. May develop or revise documents and procedures.
+ Identifies and implements corrective actions for manufacturing related issues.
+ Installs and validates equipment and processes in the production area to improve yield and/or reduce cycle time following the established validation procedure.
**QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**
+ Min level 6 in technical related discipline.
+ Electrical and mechanical skills are desired.
+ Must have excellent knowledge with industrial machines and the mechanical industry, as their expertise is crucial in keeping the safety and security of all production staff.
+ Experience within a Computerized Maintenance Management Work Order system environment.
+ Technical and fault-finding skills
+ Surface mount technology experience an advantage.
**What we Offer**
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as
+ Family health insurance,
+ Excellent pension scheme
+ Life assurance
+ Career Development
+ Fantastic new facility
+ Growing business plus access to many more benefits.
Connect with us at or on LinkedIn at on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews.
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email

**About Abbott**
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott in Ireland**
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
**Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny**
Abbott Diabetes Care has opened a new site, in Kilkenny, that is at the forefront of Diabetes care with the latest technology, to manufacture FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre systems.
**This is how you can make a difference at Abbott:**
As a Lead Operator, in Abbott, Kilkenny you will ensure that production targets and schedules are achieved for their line.
Assist the Operations team lead in achieving the goals of the process area.
Provides guidance and a source of information for operators and support groups in the area.
Responsible for their line's performance with respect to safety, quality, on-time delivery and cost
**Your main responsibilities will be:**
+ Co-ordinates aspects of the production area workflow (i.e. people, products, and materials) to meet Master Schedule requirements.
+ Coordinates work assignments within the production department that includes training, technical support and/or process/trouble shooting support.
+ Works with internal resources to resolve problems.
+ As the Process Line Subject Matter Expert (SME), represents production on projects when needed and train other employees when necessary.
+ Responsible for the startup and shut down of their line or area.
+ Coordinate break schedules and assist with machine operation during breaks.
+ Assembles, repairs, inspects and/or tests products following written instructions. Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions and other work-related documents, written in English.
+ Set up and operates a variety of manufacturing machines or equipment following written instructions in the English language.
+ Clean tools and equipment per documented procedures.
+ Record information on approved documents.
+ Responsible for compliance with applicable corporate and divisional policies and procedures.
+ Solves a wide range of complex problems requiring advanced interpretation of generally defined procedures and practices.
**QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**
+ Minimum education - Leaving Certificate.
+ Previous experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in a Senior Operator role, with demonstrated ability to acquire and apply manufacturing principals is preferred.
+ Experience working in a highly automated, high volume manufacturing environment preferred. Previous experience working in the medical device, pharma, automotive, tech, food industries preferred.
+ Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced changing environment. Multi-tasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner. Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable.
Connect with us at and on LinkedIn , Facebook ( , Instagram , X ( and YouTube .
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email