Manufacturing Operator - Processing ($24/hr; 6:30p - 7:00a, rotating weekends (2A Crew)) at Abbott Laboratories

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.

Manufacturing Operator - Processing ($24/hr; 6:30p - 7:00a, rotating weekends (2A Crew))

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Tipp City, OH 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.

Tipp City, Ohio, is one of Abbott’s newest nutrition manufacturing facilities with technology that enhances production efficiency and product quality. Join us and you’ll be part of a family that’s dedicated to innovation and excellence and dedicated to nourishing millions of families around the world.

What You'll Work On

Preparation/operation/monitoring/documentation of bulk slurries for blending operations

• Preparation/operation/monitoring/documentation of computer-controlled heat treatment processes
• Preparation/operation/monitoring/documentation of computer-controlled blending processes 
• Weighing/documenting/staging, utilizing a computer-controlled weigh system for batch ingredients
• Preparation/operation/monitoring/documentation of a computer-controlled clean-in-place (CIP) system utilized for manufacturing equipment (i.e. tanks, heat treatment system, etc.)
• Preparation/perform/document product Line work operations (i.e. Standardization/Final Water using ingredients, flavors, oils etc.)
• Maintain area GMP compliance through routine cleaning of equipment, general area and preventative maintenance of equipment; adherence to batch work order and job procedures, while recording/maintaining accurate documentation
• Receipt and transportation of bulk raw ingredients, CIP chemicals etc.
• Perform and support other work related duties as assigned

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

Pay and Shift

The hourly pay for this position is $24.00/hour USD plus a 5% shift differential. This is a night shift position (6:30pm - 7:00am EST) with a 12-hour rotational shift schedule on the 2A crew.

SCHEDULE EXAMPLE:

WEEK 1:

WORK: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 6:30PM - 7:00AM EST.

DAYS OFF: Wednesday AND Thursday.

WEEK 2:

WORK: Wednesday & Thursday: 6:30PM - 7:00AM EST.

DAYS OFF: Monday, Tuesday AND Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

Required Qualifications

• A high level of attention to detail
• Ability to communicate pertinent line information to both production and support group personnel
• Ability to read and follow work order documents
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns
• Should possess a good mechanical aptitude and solid problem-solving skills
• Perform job tasks at different work times, on different work schedules and also in other departments dependent upon business needs. The operator will be required to work overtime as needed, and to provide line coverage during vacations, roving holidays and sick time to support their natural work team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some college or vocational schooling
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals
• Prior food manufacturing or similar batch process with a significant emphasis on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and computer-controlled systems desired
• Good written, verbal, computer, and mechanical skills
• Good interpersonal skills and be able to work safely in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment with the ability to comprehend, make decisive decisions and use problem solving skills while maintaining quality product and area GMP at all times

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)

The base pay for this position is $16.55 – $33.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.