Manufacturing Technician at Abbott

Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Medical Devices, Manufacturing, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualification: Level 6 (Trade or Third Level Equivalent)
  • Desired Skills: Electrical and mechanical skills
  • Technical Skills: Fault-finding skills
  • Blueprint Interpretation: Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics

Responsibilities

  • Install and equipment validation
  • Conducting scheduled maintenance, diagnosing, and troubleshooting faults
  • Perform skilled maintenance and repair (mechanical, pneumatics, electrical systems)
  • Lead on maintenance and/or process issues
  • Interpret blueprints and schematics
  • Certifies and train manufacturing associates in production processes
  • Identifies and implements corrective actions for manufacturing related issues
  • Monitoring machine output on the shift
  • Ensuring all cells are running to cycle time targets

Skills

Mechanical maintenance
Electrical systems
Pneumatics
Fault-finding
Troubleshooting
Blueprint interpretation
Schematics reading
Equipment installation
Equipment validation
Process maintenance

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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