Job Details
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 114,000colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Production Maintenance Technician -($3K Sign-on Bonus; $30/hr; 6:30p - 7:00a, rotating weekends (2B Crew))
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 areclean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
- Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
- Financial securitythrough competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plan
- Health care and well-being programsincluding 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, theFreedom 2 Savestudent debt program andFreeUeducation 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 stablecompanywith a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
- A company that is recognized as one of thebest big companies to work foras well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
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 Abbotts newest nutritionmanufacturingfacilities with technology that enhances production efficiency and product quality. Join us and youll be part of a family thats dedicated to innovation and excellence and dedicated to nourishing millions of families around the world.
What You'll Work On
- Mechanicaland machine component repair,mechanicalfluid and utility systemstroubleshooting; machine modifications and improvements; fabrication,machining, welding, installation or rearrangement of new or existing equipment; and total plant and facility maintenance.
- Use of precision tools and equipment to completemechanical maintenancejobs.
- Follow all plant and department procedures,Good Manufacturing Practices(GMPs), Quality and general plant safety rules.
- Lead other employees including directing one or two other maintenance personnel on a job; filling in for the Crew leader as needed; and providing OJT for people new to the department.
- Record and communicate shift activity in an organized manner.
- Audit equipment and develop replacement part documents.
- Be certified for tank entry and lockout/tag out and confined space entry procedures.
- Provide support to primaryplant operations. Total plant equipment coverage includes, but is not limited to: packaging lines, processing, drying, filling, HVAC, warehouse, Agglomerator, backflow preventers, seamers, pumps, and cafeteria. Assignments include: responding to equipment emergencies, performingmechanicalPMsduring operation or during periods of scheduled downtime; equipment lubrication; design and fabrication ofmechanicalitems in response to customers work order requests; communicating routinely with line personnel and supervision to maintain knowledge of the latestproductionschedule; communicating potential equipment problems toproductionand maintenance supervisors to allow scheduling of repairs; and looking for and implementing equipment and system improvements.
- Performmechanicalrepairs toproductionequipment and plant utility systems. This involvestroubleshootingcomplex, high-speed filling and packaging machines; making machine adjustments to liquid line and powder seamers; timingmechanical systemssuch as rotary sterilizers or tray wrappers for proper operation; cutting of metal with a plasma cutter or torch;machiningof parts on thelatheor mill for replacement or repair or worn parts.
Youll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.
Pay and Shift
The hourly rate for this position is$30.00 per hour + 5% shift differential.This role also includes a$3,000 sign-on bonus.The shift is6:30 pm to 6:30 amon a 2-2-3 rotating schedule offering every other weekend off.
SCHEDULE EXAMPLE:
WEEK 1:
WORK: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
DAYS OFF: Wednesday AND Thursday.
WEEK 2:
WORK: Wednesday & Thursday
DAYS OFF: Monday, Tuesday AND Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- 3+ years of experience as an industrial or commercial Mechanic or the equivalent job experience or training
- Understanding ofmechanical system,mechanicaland spatial aptitude is necessary for this position
- Goodmathematicaland written skills
- Abilityto troubleshoot and determine the cause of impropermachine operation, then make the necessary adjustments and repairs to return to proper operation
- Knowledge ofhydraulic, pneumatic, and fluid systemsincluding knowledge ofproper lubrication procedureswith oil and grease
- Attention to detail, goodcommunication skills, and follow-up are very important in this position
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 $20.60 $41.20 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.