Production Line Operator

Looking for a stable, long-term job with full training?

Abbott in Kilkenny is hiring Production Line Operators to join our modern, high-tech manufacturing team. No previous manufacturing experience is required, many of our employees have successfully moved from retail, hospitality, warehouse, and healthcare roles. You’ll work in a clean, automated environment where processes are clear and support is always available.

Operator requirements may fluctuate, so we will contact you regarding your application once the next confirmed start date is available. Thank you for your patience and interest.

As a Production Line Operator, you will work as part of a team in a structured and supportive environment, helping to produce life-changing healthcare products. You’ll be trained to work with modern automated equipment, where your role is to monitor processes, follow clear steps, and ensure quality standards are met.

Operating and monitoring automated production equipment

Following simple, step-by-step procedures

Recording basic production information

Working as part of a team to meet daily targets

Maintaining a safe and clean work environment

This role is ideal if you have worked in many areas including:

Retail (e.g. stores, supermarkets)

Hospitality (e.g. cafés, hotels, restaurants)

Warehousing or logistics

Healthcare or care roles

Or any hands-on, team-based environment

If you are reliable, practical, and willing to learn, we will train you.

No manufacturing experience required

Good reliability and attention to detail

Comfortable following clear instructions

Team player with a positive attitude

Basic computer skills

Health insurance, pension, and life assurance

Stable, long-term role in a global company

Opportunities to progress into technician or team lead roles

Clean, modern, highly automated workplace

Full training and ongoing support

As part of the process, you may complete a short online assessment (5–10 minutes). It’s simple, requires no preparation, and helps match you to the role.

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

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