Entry Level Microbiologist - Night Shift, Casa Grande, AZ

Abbott • Casa Grande, AZ • 1d ago

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Entry Level Microbiology Laboratory Technician

Are you passionate about science and quality? Join our team as a Microbiology Laboratory Technician and play a vital role in ensuring the safety and integrity of our products. In this position, you'll apply advanced microbiological techniques to test raw ingredients, in-process samples, and finished products, while monitoring the environment to maintain compliance with FDA, GMP, and industry standards. If you thrive in a collaborative, detail-oriented setting and want to make an impact in the food and pharmaceutical manufacturing industry, this is the opportunity for you.

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, theFreedom 2 Savestudent debt program, andFreeUeducation 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 Casa Grande, Arizona location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands - including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® - to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.

Casa Grande, AZ., is one of Abbott's leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we're more than just a company, we're a family. Working here you'll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.

What You'll Work On

Perform microbiological analysis of raw ingredients, in-process samples, finished products, and environmental monitoring using high-quality scientific techniques.

Collaborate with a small team of microbiologists, demonstrating strong attention to detail, clear communication, and reliability.

Prioritize tasks to deliver accurate results efficiently while maintaining compliance with FDA, GMP, and regulatory standards for infant formula and nutritional products.

Conduct product testing, environmental testing, and raw ingredient testing.

Complete documentation, troubleshoot issues, and support project work.

Prepare media and maintain general lab housekeeping standards.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma (or equivalent) plus 1 year of college-level lab studies and mathematics, and 2 years of laboratory experience OR 4 years of experience in a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Knowledge of regulatory standards for infant formula, nutritional's, and quality control testing.

Experience in food manufacturing, pharmaceutical, medical device, or hospital/medical laboratory settings.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate or bachelor's degree in a science-related field with relevant lab coursework and experience.

You'll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Position Details

Pay Rate: $24.50 per hour

Shift: 12-hour Night Shift (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM)

Schedule: Enjoy every other weekend off with a consistent 4-week rotation:

Sample Rotation:

Week 1: Wed & Thurs (12 hrs)

Week 2: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat, Sun (12 hrs)

Week 3: Same as Week 1

Week 4: Same as Week 2

This schedule offers stability and work-life balance while providing opportunities for overtime.

"The initial training period will span two weeks and will be conducted on the day shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m."

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov) (https://www.eeoc.gov/pre-employment-inquiries-and-citizenship)

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Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)

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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott , and on Twitter @AbbottNews.

The base pay for this position is $19.05 - $38.15 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

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