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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Technician I, Manufacturing - 2nd shift
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You'll also have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program, and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
This position works out of our Minnetonka MN location in the Electrophysiology medical device division. In Abbott's Electrophysiology (EP) business, we're advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.
Individuals in this role will support the operations team as a 2nd shift process technician working with assemblers, troubleshooting equipment and investigating process issues. Additionally, this position will support projects aimed towards designing and developing manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality. This individual will have a unique opportunity to make a mark on the organization, while working on state-of-the-art products.
What You'll Work On
2nd shift manufacturing technician supporting Operations team
Support products which include new production equipment, process improvements and cost reductions while supporting new product introductions
Learn manufacturing processes, techniques and best practices and support Operations team in coaching assemblers
Instruct production personnel in the manufacturing and testing of product devices
Recommend and implement process, tooling, equipment changes for improving safety, quality, delivery and cost
Interpret test data, analyze product performance, develop summaries, and assist in the initiation of yield improvements
Assist maintenance team to ensure continuous operation for production equipment
Assist engineers in troubleshooting safety, quality or process issues
Perform scrap dissection and support investigation into potential root causes
Summarize information to communicate across shifts and with other functional areas
Individual should:
Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction
Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills
Work effectively with cross-functional teams
Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or trade school certification, specialized training/apprenticeship and/or equivalent in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or other equivalent
0-2 years of manufacturing technician experience
Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment
Ability to work with assemblers and other non-technical personnel
Ability to teach and coach others
Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate with cross-functional teams
Results-oriented
Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner to meet assigned deadlines
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under limited supervision
Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance
Preferred Qualifications
Medical device experience preferred, but not required
What We Offer
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
Paid time off
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
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Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is $19.35 - $38.75 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com
