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.
Production Operator ($20/hr; 2nd Shift 2:00pm to 10:30 pm)
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. Youll 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 plan
- 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 bachelors 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 Opportunity
This position works out of our Richmond, IN 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.
What You'll Work On
- Demonstrate the Richmond Plant Philosophy (treat others the way you want to be treated, do your best, do what is right, improve through change and communication, etc.) and the Abbott Core Competencies
- Adhere to all safety and quality/GMP guidelines
- Complete operational knowledge of Abbott Overcap Production Line, including press 21,22, 23, assembly area, depalletizer and palletizer?
- Posses strong working knowledge of injection molding, automation, operations and troubleshooting skills
- Perform quality visual checks and fill out documentation
- Perform quality control testing and dimensional measurements to ensure the parts produced are meeting standards
- Detailed understanding of batch documentation (batch sheets, material issue sheets, work orders)
- Complete processing adjustments when needed to create consistent quality overcaps
- Complete process verification documentation
- Ensure process is operating in control range
- Collect and pack pre-ship samples for each batch
- Perform cycle counts on commodities
- Complete shipping documentation and fill in for shipping duties as needed
- Clear jams when necessary to keep line running
- Complete assigned preventative maintenance tasks and responsibilities
Youll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.
Shift and Pay
The start rate for this position is $20/hr + a 5% shift differential. This is a 2nd shift position working from 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Working knowledge and operational understanding of Lotus Notes, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
- Proficient in the use of inventory control system.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in injection molding and forklift certification is a plus.
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)
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* 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.com
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.
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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.