Assistant Microbiologist I - 3rd shift - Columbus Plant

Thornton Tomasetti; North Carolina; On-site; USD 26,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits start day 1

Tuition assistance

Onsite training

Retirement plan

Job summary

Abbott in Columbus, OH is seeking an associate to perform microbiological analysis of ingredients, samples and environmental monitoring. You will ensure products meet quality and safety standards and work closely with a small team.

Responsibilities include media prep, documentation and troubleshooting, with on-site training and comprehensive benefits. A science-related degree and lab experience are required, with opportunities for growth in a leading nutrition business.

Qualifications

• Science related Associates degree plus 1 year of college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics, plus 2 years lab experience, or 4 years in a food/pharma environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards for infant formula and nutritionals.
• Experience in food/pharmaceutical/medical device plant or hospital/medical lab.

Responsibilities

• Apply scientific techniques in microbiological analysis of raw ingredients, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and product testing to ensure quality and safety.
• Document results, troubleshoot, and work with a team to achieve accurate outcomes.
• Prepare media and perform general lab tasks and housekeeping as needed.
• Communicate clearly and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Science related

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Science related associates degree

Science related Bachelor's degree

Tools

LIMS

Aseptic technique

Gram staining

Job description

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION: ABOUT ABBOTT

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. This position works out of our Columbus, Ohio plant 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. The Columbus Plant is Abbott’s first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in science-backed nutrition products. Working here, you’ll be part of a family that works together to produce quality products that make a difference and help keep consumers nourished at every stage of their lives.

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:

• 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 + 5 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.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Apply high quality scientific techniques in the microbiological analysis of raw ingredients, in-process production samples, finished product testing and environmental monitoring, to ensure that all products manufactured are fit for use.

• Be able to work with fellow microbiologist, with a high degree of motivation, attention to important details with clear communication to all team members.
• This is important due to the high degree of responsibility and working within a small group where each person is relied upon highly.
• Prioritize tasks to efficiently be completed with the most accurate results, and to communicate clearly and work together in a team environment.
• Product testing, Environmental testing, Raw ingredient testing.
• Documentation, Project work, Troubleshooting.
• Media preparation/general lab work: Housekeeping.
• Communication, Team work.

SHIFT: 3rd shift, 8p - 6:30a 4 10's, Sunday - Wednesday.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Science related Associates degree, plus 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics, plus 2 years of laboratory experience or 4 years’ experience in a food or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals.
• Experience working in food/pharmaceutical/medical device plant or hospital/medical lab.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Science related Bachelor’s Degree with at least 1 year of appropriate college lab studies and 1 year of college mathematics.
• LIMS
• Aseptic technique
• Gram staining

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)

Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.

The base pay for this position is $19.05 – $38.15/hour

JOB FAMILY: Operations Quality DIVISION: ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain LOCATION: United States > Columbus : Columbus Plant

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: 3Rd Shift - 5% (United States Of America) TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.