Engineering Apprentice

Beschreibung:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott in Ireland
Abbott has maintained a strong presence in Ireland since 1946 and celebrates its 80th anniversary in the country in 2026. The company supports the Irish healthcare sector with a broad portfolio spanning diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. Today, Abbott employs more than 6,200 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.

Abbott Ireland Diagnostic Division - Longford:
The Longford facility plays a vital role in meeting Abbott's growing global demand for diagnostic testing across areas such as infectious disease, cancer, thyroid, and cardiovascular care.
Located in Ireland's midlands, Longford offers a scenic setting surrounded by the River Shannon, Lough Ree, and the Royal Canal, along with a vibrant community rich in history, culture, and amenities.

We currently have an opportunity for Engineering Apprentice(s) within our Engineering Team, which will involve the following:

Primary Function

This role supports multiple business units within ADD Longford, contributing to a variety of Engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

* Maintain and manage the ETMS task list
* Ensure all activities are carried out in a manner that protects human health, safety, and the environment, in compliance with Abbott EHS policies, global standards, and regulatory requirements
* Participate in on-the-job training to support apprenticeship programme objectives
* Provide technical and/or operational support to Engineering teams as required
* Review existing processes and contribute to the development of innovative solutions that drive cost efficiencies
* Support business excellence initiatives and the implementation of key projects
* Promote and actively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within Engineering
* Collaborate effectively as part of cross-functional teams

Reporting Structure

* This role operates as an individual contributor, working independently with minimal supervision

Education

* CAO applicants - minimum 169 points, Pass (Grade 06 or better) in five ordinary leaving cert subjects, two of which must be maths and a language (English or Irish). Leaving Cert Applied is not suitable
* Cognate QQI-FET Level 5, 7 applicants plus leaving certificate Maths
* Mature students (over 23years) do not require a leaving certificate but must pass a company interview

Closing Date for Receipt of Applications is Wednesday 03 June 2026

Please note any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company.

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The base pay for this position is N/A/hour
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Manufacturing

DIVISION:
CRLB Core Lab

LOCATION:
Ireland > Longford : Lisnamuck

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Ie - Lfmf2Sg2 (Ireland)

TRAVEL:
No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Yes

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Not Applicable