Production Line Operator

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. 

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 

• Competitive pay and benefits 

• 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