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Help Improve Lives. Grow with Abbott.\nAbbott's Kilkenny facility is one of the most advanced manufacturing sites in Europe, producing FreeStyle glucose monitoring technology that helps millions of people worldwide manage diabetes. As we continue to grow, we're looking for Electrical Technicians at multiple experience levels to join our team.\nThis opportunity may particularly suit qualified electricians, maintenance electricians, industrial electricians and electrical technicians looking to apply their skills within a highly automated manufacturing environment.\nWhy Abbott?\nSecurity. Opportunity. Purpose.\nAt Abbott, you'll enjoy the stability of a global healthcare leader alongside genuine opportunities to develop your career while contributing to products that improve lives every day.\nWhat We Offer\nCompetitive salary with attractive shift premium\nComprehensive healthcare benefits\nEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing confidential wellbeing, financial and lifestyle support for employees and their families\nFully equipped onsite gym\nStructured training and development programmes\nOpportunities to progress into senior technical, engineering and leadership roles\nA modern, highly automated manufacturing environment\nThe opportunity to help manufacture life-changing healthcare technology\nShift Pattern & Hours\nWork 7 x 12-hour shifts across a 14-day cycle\nRotating day shifts (7am-7pm) and night shifts (7pm-7am)\nIncludes two weekends per month\nMix of short weeks (2 shifts) and long weeks (5 shifts)\nBuilt-in extended time off throughout the month\nAttractive shift premium included\nFull shift details will be discussed during the interview process\nThe Role\nAs an Electrical Technician, you'll play a key role in ensuring our automated manufacturing equipment operates safely, efficiently and reliably.\nKey Responsibilities\nPerform preventative maintenance and equipment repairs\nDiagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and automation faults\nMonitor equipment performance and support production targets\nSupport continuous improvement and root cause investigations\nAssist with equipment installation, upgrades and validation activities\nTrain and support production operators\nMaintain compliance and technical documentation standards\nCollaborate with Engineering, Quality and Operations teams\nExperience Levels - Where You Fit\nLevel A\nIdeal for candidates early in their career or looking to transition into manufacturing. We hire for potential and invest in your development\nLevel 6+ qualification, electrical apprenticeship or equivalent\nBasic troubleshooting skills\nStrong learning mindset and willingness to develop\nAbility to work effectively within a team environment\nLevel B\nIdeal for experienced technicians looking to make an immediate impact.\nProven experience maintaining and troubleshooting production equipment\nExperience working with automated manufacturing systems\nStrong fault-finding and problem-solving capability\nAbility to work independently and drive improvements\nExperience within a regulated manufacturing environment is advantageous\nWhat You'll Bring\nRecognised electrical qualification or trade background\nStrong technical troubleshooting skills\nSafety-first mindset\nStrong communication and teamwork skills\nExperience within manufacturing environments is advantageous\nJoin Abbott Kilkenny\nIf you're looking for:\nCompetitive pay and shift premium\nExcellent healthcare benefits and wellbeing supports\nLong-term career security with a global healthcare leader\nA modern manufacturing environment with advanced technology\nStructured training and development\nGreat onsite facilities, including a fully equipped gym\nMeaningful work that helps improve people's lives\nThen we'd love to hear from you. 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