Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. Abbott is a global healthcare leader with a portfolio spanning diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products and branded generic medicines. Abbott employs over 113,000 people across more than 160 countries. In Ireland, Abbott has nine sites and over 5,000 employees, with manufacturing facilities in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo, plus a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway, and has been serving the Irish market since 1946.
Diabetes Care Kilkenny
Our new manufacturing facility in Kilkenny will be a centre for world-class engineering, quality, medical device manufacturing, and other science-based professionals to produce life-changing technologies for people with diabetes. At Abbott in Kilkenny, you can shape your career as you help shape the future of healthcare.
This is how you can make a difference at Abbott: We’re looking for a dynamic Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead a large, diverse team and drive performance, innovation, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You’ll oversee a team of approximately 200 employees—including operators, technicians, material handlers, and line leads—ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality products that meet customer expectations and regulatory standards. This is a shift-based position.
What You’ll Do
* Empowering Teams: Lead, coach, and develop your team to achieve operational excellence, foster a culture of safety, and promote continuous learning.
* Driving Efficiency: Allocate resources strategically to optimize production, reduce waste, and improve throughput.
* Championing Quality: Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with established standards and specifications.
* Leading Change: Identify and implement process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
* Collaborating Cross-Functionally: Partner with Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and Technical Services to ensure seamless operations.
* Operational Leadership: Execute the Manufacturing Operations System (MOS) through structured tier meetings and standard work practices.
* Sustainability Focus: Promote environmentally responsible manufacturing practices, including energy efficiency and waste reduction.
* Problem Solving: Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to resolve production challenges.
* Adaptability: Respond effectively to changing demands and unforeseen challenges with agility and resilience.
* Strategic Oversight: Manage budgets, monitor cost-effectiveness, and prioritize spending to maximize value.
Education And Experience
* A minimum NFQ Level 7 qualification (or equivalent) in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.
* At least 5 years’ experience in a leadership role within high-volume manufacturing (medical device, pharmaceutical, automotive, or similar).
* Proven experience managing large teams and complex operations across multiple shifts or departments.
* Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
* Experience in budget planning and cost control.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
* A passion for developing people and driving operational excellence.
What We Offer
* Competitive compensation and benefits package.
* Family health insurance
* Excellent pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Career development opportunities
* State-of-the-art facility
* Growing business with additional benefits
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Production and Manufacturing
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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