Mechanical Technician – Automation & Maintenance

Abbott Laboratories; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Diabetes Care – Kilkenny is seeking Mechanical Technicians across Level A and Level B to maintain and optimise automated production lines in a brand-new Kilkenny site. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose issues, and lead improvements in a highly automated manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have Level 6+ technical qualifications or an apprenticeship, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to interpret drawings.

Qualifications

• Foundational mechanical knowledge and relevant qualification.
• Hands-on maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, electrical systems.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings and specs.
• Willingness to work with cross-functional teams in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and automated systems.
• Carry out equipment changeovers and component replacements.
• Monitor machine performance and support OEE and yield targets.
• Use CMMS data to identify issues and drive improvements.
• Assist with equipment installation, validation, and upgrades.
• Train operators on production equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, operations.
• Maintain documentation and compliance standards.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Strong teamwork and communication

Safety-driven approach

Experience with CMMS

Education

Level 6 qualification (or higher) in a technical/engineering discipline

Mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System)

Job description

Abbott Diabetes Care – Kilkenny is seeking Mechanical Technicians across Level A and Level B to maintain and optimise automated production lines in a brand-new Kilkenny site. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose issues, and lead improvements in a highly automated manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have Level 6+ technical qualifications or an apprenticeship, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to interpret drawings.