Manufacturing Operator - Night Shift - Altavista, VA Plant
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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.Working at AbbottAt 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:* 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, Medical Benefits start day 1* Vacation - 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays* Retiree Healthcare program* Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match* Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU 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 around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.* A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities* 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 OpportunityThis position works out of our Altavista, VA 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.Altavista, Va., is one of Abbott's largest nutrition manufacturing plants equipped with advanced technology to ensure efficient production. Working here will make you feel like you're part of a family that works together to make a difference and help nourish millions of families around the world.What You'll Work On* Safely operate both complex and standard high-speed production equipment that makes our industry-leading nutrition products* Maintain inventory of packaging materials* Complete workorder documentation* Perform quality checks* Clean equipment and the production environment* Troubleshoot equipment issuesYou'll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.ShiftThis is for the night shift. Example of shift:Shift Hours: 6pm to 6:30 am, on a rotating basis.Week One: Mon - On / Tues - On / Weds - Off / Thurs - Off / Fri - On / Sat - On / Sun - OnWeek Two: Mon - Off / Tues - Off / Weds - On / Thurs - On / Fri - Off / Sat - Off / Sun - OffRequired Qualifications* High school diploma or GED* 6 months prior manufacturing experience* Good written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, analytical troubleshooting skills and the ability to multitaskPreferred Qualifications* Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals* Experience with tools and equipment related to the position or experience as a Sr. Production Equipment Operator is desiredIn 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)Apply Now* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.comFollow 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 and a 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 $18.25 - $36.45 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.